Thames Valley Police appeal after receiving reports of youths firing catapults

Police have appealed for witnesses after receiving reports of a group of youths firing catapults within the village of Mortimer on the weekend.

The youths were reportedly firing the catapults around the areas of Grove Lea and College Piece on Sunday, September 3, between 4pm and 5pm.

The offenders are described as three boys aged between 12 to 14, all wearing black shorts with no tops on.

One had short hair and the other two had short light brown wavy hair.

A Thames Valley Police spokesperson said: “If you have any information regarding this incident or have CCTV or dashcam footage that may cover the area at this time, please contact us to assist with this investigation.

“Information can be reported online or by calling 101, quoting reference 43230396712.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”