Railway museum volunteers ‘devastated’ after vandals break in and smash carriages
VOLUNTEERS working at a railway museum have been left “devastated” after vandals broke in and smashed historic carriages at the site causing thousands of pounds worth of damage. A number of train carriages which are operated by the Downpatrick and Co Down Railway were damaged in the attack on September 20. The PSNI is investigating the incident. “It was reported that entry had been gained to the site, at Market Street, and a number of historical carriages had been damaged,” the PSNI’s Inspector Connolly said. "It's believed this occurred at some time on the afternoon of Friday, September 20," he added. One of the damaged carriages at Downpatrick and Co Down Railway (Pics: Downpatrick & Co Down Railway) "This act of wanton vandalism has been extremely distressing for the volunteers at the museum, who spend so much time and effort doing good in their community. "This is in stark contrast to the actions of those responsible.” Confirming the incident, a spokesperson for Downpatrick and Co Down Railway said it had…
24 Sep 00:00 · The Irish Post