Charity shop staff have claimed that donations left outside their branch are being urinated on, set on fire or stolen. Workers and volunteers at the store, which helps sick and unwanted animals, were left shocked and angry to find items deposited overnight either damaged, sodden or half burnt.
The incidents have been blamed on a rise in anti-social behaviour in the area. Local police have since stepped up their number of nightly patrols in order to keep a closer eye on the shop after hours.
"There appears to be a range of people doing this and we are aware of things being taken most nights," said Carl Lloyd from the RSPCA. "It is very sad to think that people are resorting to this and would urge anyone who is struggling to seek help."
