Safety concerns have been raised after several streets have seen drain covers stolen.
Streets across Newton-le-Willows, Haydock, and St Helens have been left without covers on any of the drains by the side of the road. Residents have suggested that the grid covers have been stolen to weigh in for scrap.
The open drains raised concerns among the community due to the fear of someone falling into the hole while stepping into the road. One person said: "There were some missing in Haydock over the weekend. I reported it as it was near a school and a child could easily fall down them and seriously injure themselves."
