Graffiti in 35 Winchester sites (From This is Hampshire)

Graffiti in 35 Winchester sites

11:45am Tuesday 6th May 2008 in

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A WINCHESTER teenager has been arrested after graffiti appeared across the city on Saturday (May 3).

Police said there were 35 instances of the letters "NEMEW" being painted on walls and buildings, prompting them to arrest a 19-year-old on suspicion of criminal damage.

He was released on bail until Tuesday, June 3.

Inspector Kevin Baxman, of Winchester police, said: "We are working closely with the Winchester City Wardens to investigate these offences and to remove the graffiti.

"We are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the offences being committed in the early hours of Saturday, May 3.

"We would also like to hear from anyone whose property or premises may have been damaged."

Anyone with any information regarding these incidents should contact PC Rob Dimond at North Walls police station, quoting Operation Leabrook, on 0845 045 45 45 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.