A WOMAN was arrested after shop windows and cars in Redruth town centre were damaged with a hammer on Thursday (October 15).

A 35-year-old woman from Redruth was detained on suspicion of criminal damage following the incident, which happened shortly after 4pm. She remains in police custody at this time.

A police spokesperson said: “We are investigating multiple reports of criminal damage in Redruth and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

“It was reported that a woman was damaging shop windows and cars with a hammer and making threats in Redruth town centre.

“We understand that a number of businesses in the town have been affected, as well as vehicle owners and we urge anyone who witnessed this or had their property damaged to contact us.

“We would also like to thank members of the public who intervened prior to officers attending and prevented possible further incidents.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, can contact the police via the force website or by calling 101 quoting reference number 50260277082.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555111.