RESIDENTS in Kenchester Close, Matchborough, had a nasty surprise over the weekend when they discovered a dog mess bin had been completely removed.

Not only had the bin been uprooted from the ground, but bags of dog mess had also been scattered in a nearby hedge.

Local Councillor and dog walker Juliet Brunner said: “I just can't understand the wanton vandalism. I do hope when the culprit is caught that restorative justice is used and the person involved is made to clean up the community.”

Another bin nearby had been attacked previously but remained in place.

Local police have been informed and are currently investigating the incident