PLAY equipment has been stolen from a Twyford park for the second year running.
The zip wire chain and seat at King George V Recreation ground, on Loddon Hall Road, has been missing since Saturday, July 24.
According to Twyford Parish Council, those responsible likely used a ladder to remove the bolts at the top of the chain.
Cllr John Bowley, chairman of Twyford Parish Council’s Parish Lands committee, said: “It is saddening for both the community and the parish council that again this year the chain and seat have been taken from the Aerial Runway.”
He said the swing was removed at a similar time last year, coinciding with the start of the summer break.
“We have put out an appeal for anyone with information to come forward and report what they know to the police,” he added. “Sourcing and fitting a replacement will take a number of weeks, meaning it will not be available for children to enjoy for a large part of the school holidays.”
The parish council said it is taking the matter very seriously.
It estimates it will cost approximately £500 to replace the seat and chain, but hopes the replacement can be covered by insurance.
A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police said enquiries are ongoing.
Anybody with information should contact the force online or by calling 101, and quote reference number 43210339800.
