WESTY RESIDENTS living in the Westy area are urged to be vigilant after a number of lead thefts.

Clr Steve Wright (LAB – Latchford East), pictured, is passing on the warning to homeowners after several properties, including St Margaret’s Community Centre, were targeted by thieves.

He said: “We had some lead taken from the roof of St Margaret’s Community Centre but we do not know the extent of the damage. I know a lot of people have suffered from this too.”

Anyone who may have witnessed any thefts can contact the police on 0845 458 0000 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

Pictured: Kate Griffiths, left, and Rachel Melhuish, far right, from Home-Start meet up with the Priestley College students to collect the Easter eggs collected on behalf of the charity.