NORTH Wales Police have increased patrols in an area of Flintshire following reports of hate related criminal damage.

Incidents have taken place at a property on High Street in Connah's Quay, over recent weeks.

They are believed to be hate related, North Wales Police confirm.

An appeal has been issued to the public requesting any information residents might have.

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Chief Inspector Emma Parry said: “Hate related incidents will not be tolerated in our communities and each report will be investigated diligently.

“Patrols have been increased in the area and we will take robust action against anyone understood to be involved.

“Anyone with information, or anyone who has witnessed such an incident taking place is asked to make contact with us by calling 101, or visiting the website, using reference number 24000322659.”