The graffiti (Image: Cumbria Police)
CUMBRIA Police have responded to a criminal damage incident.
Officers responded to reports that there was graffiti on a bus stop in Alston.
A spokesperson said: "Police are aware of this graffiti damage in Alston that was discovered this Wednesday.
"If you know of your child having access to a red paint pen please take action now.
"If you recognise the 'tag' or have any information as to the person responsible for this damage I am very keen to speak to them, investigations are ongoing."
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