POLICE have launched an investigation after a spate of criminal damage in a south Cumbrian town.

Eggs have been thrown at cars and homes and rubbish has been dumped on vehicles in Kirkby Lonsdale, said police.

A spokesman for South Lakes Police said: "We are aware that, over the course of the weekend, a number of incidents of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage have occurred.

"This includes the use of eggs being deposited on cars, homes and other private property and the emptying of refuse bins on to private vehicles. Nobody should have to take time out of their day to rectify the nuisance behaviour of others.

"We would encourage anyone affected to contact us directly, as opposed to anecdotal reporting on local forums or Facebook community pages. It is important that we are able to accurately account for properties, vehicles or individuals who have been targeted and this is only realistic where reports are made to us, directly.

"Work is ongoing to identify those involved and hold them to account and we are liaising with retailers in our community to work together to reduce the likelihood of re-occurrence.

"If you have been subject to such behaviour please let us know via email or 101."