A POLICE investigation has been launched after a report of abuse and property damage.

The incident of public order and property damage happened on March 5, on Fisher Street in Workington at approximately 12:10 pm.

A spokesperson from Cumbria police said: "It is reported that a man was verbally abusive towards a woman and damage was also caused to a door.

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"Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it, quoting incident number 93 of 5 March.

"You can also phone on 101.

"Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111."

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