A CARAVAN was damaged while travelling on the A685 after the occupants of a passing vehicle threw a coil of metal at it, police have said.

The alleged incident happened at around 11.30pm on May 9, about a mile north of Kirkby Stephen.

A Cumbria Police spokesperson said: “An initial report suggested it was a small vehicle involved.

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“One suspect has been interviewed but further information is requested to help identify those responsible.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.