Vandals who targeted toilets in west Wales by putting superglue on seats have been slated for number of “selfish acts” which put the public in danger.
The incidents took place over the Christmas period in Pembrokeshire, the local council has confirmed.
The vandalism saw fires being started, doors, water pipes and toilet roll holders being ripped off, large amounts of toilet roll being stolen, and superglue being placed on toilet seats and on taps.
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Several public toilets were damaged, including facilities in Tenby, Saundersfoot, Fishguard and Haverfordwest. According to Pembrokeshire Council, the facility in Haverfordwest, located at the town’s multi-storey car park, was attacked on a daily basis.
The damage caused meant all the facilities had to be closed while repairs were carried out, while two contactless payment machines - only recently installed - will now need to be replaced at a significant cost, meaning payment will only be possible by cash until the work is carried out.
“This situation is so disappointing and frustrating,” said councillor Cris Tomos, cabinet member for environment, public Protection and Welsh language at Pembrokeshire Council. "Often after a toilet has been vandalised we have to close the facility temporarily to repair the damage, therefore making it unusable for people who genuinely need to use them.
“These selfish acts present a danger to the public and a disruption to the availability of these much needed facilities, especially while maintenance is undertaken. We are grateful to our contractors Danfo for their rapid response in dealing with each issue. We are asking the public to please respect these facilities. Anyone with information about the damage should please contact the police via 101.”
Dyfed-Powys Police has been made aware of the spate of vandalism and officers are investigating.
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