A man has been detained after a cathedral was broken into and damage was caused to commercial premises and vehicles in the early hours of this morning.
St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, Orkney, was broken into, and several windows were smashed at premises in Pickaquoy Loan, Pickaquoy Road, Great Western Road, Junction Road, Tankerness Lane and Broad Street.
A 19 year old man has been detained as part of enquiries.
Inspector Keith Bendall said: “We are requesting that residents in these areas check their properties and vehicles for signs of damage.
“Any damage found or anyone who has information regarding thsee incidents should contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
Man, 19, detained after cathedral break-in and vandalism
