Police appeal after racist graffiti found in Newton Poppleford

Police are appealing for information after racist graffiti was discovered in Newton Poppleford.

Containing "foul language" and hate symbols such as swastikas, it was found in the culvert running under the A3052 by Back Lane in the village.

A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesperson said: "We are appealing for information regarding recent racist criminal damage that has been committed in Newton Poppleford.

"The graffiti contains foul language and hate symbols and occurred in the culvert that runs under the A3052 by Back Lane.

"For obvious reasons photographs containing offensive language are not being published but if you do recognise any of the graffiti shown please do get in touch."

If you have any information you can contact police online, or by calling 101, quoting reference 50230120856.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or on its website.