Police say tearaway children as young as nine years old have been hurling stones and apples at vulnerable and elderly residents in Stockport.

A group of youngsters believed to be aged between nine and 12 years-old are said to be responsible for the recent spate of anti-social behaviour in the Brinnington area of the borough.

Officers say the gang have also caused damaged to vehicles.

They are now warning residents in the suburb to look out for any neighbours who could be targeted by the youths.

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Local police say the damage has mostly been centered around the Middlesex Road area.

In a message on the GMP Stockport North Facebook page officers wrote: “Brinnington is currently suffering from a high amount of ASB, especially around the Middlesex Road area.

“Stones and apples being thrown at houses and cars and vehicles being damaged by a group of 9 - 12yr olds. They especially like to target vulnerable and elderly residents.

“Please keep an eye on any neighbours you feel might be a target and if you have any information as to who is doing it, please email stockportnorth@gmp.police.uk.”

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