LOCALS have been met with “abusive and threatening behaviour” from visitors to the Highlands who pitched up their caravans at a children’s play park.
According to the Ross-shire Journal, the caravans have been parked at a local play park in Ullapool, a popular destination for those travelling on the NC500 route, for a “couple of days”.
The group of caravans are parked along multiple bays next to the kid's play area, sparking outrage amongst locals online.
It was also reported that concerned villagers who confronted the owners of the caravans had been “threatened” and “abused”.
One person posted on social media: “Illegal vans camping in Ullapool/Lochinver, abusing & threatening people while Police Scotland Highland & Islands and Police Scotland do nothing despite being notified and our politicians/council offering no support.
“Highlands have been abandoned by Highland Council and the Scottish Government –disgraceful!”
SNP MSP and Ullapool resident Maree Todd responded to the concerned Wester Ross resident on X/Twitter saying: “My team are working on this issue.”
She went on to confirm that she would update all those who had reported the issue and she would look further into the situation.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We were made aware of unauthorised vehicles in the Morefield Park area of Ullapool on Thursday, 18 July, 2024.
“Suitable advice has been provided. Officers have liaised with the local authority.”
A Highland Council spokesperson said the matter is for the police.
