Vandalism Hits Teesside Hospice Shop, Deterring Vital Funding for Terminally Ill Patients

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Teesside Hospice, a charity providing vital services to terminally ill patients, has seen its Thornaby shop fall victim to vandalism twice in two months. The latest incident, involving a smashed window, occurred on September 16, with the police appealing for information. The charity's spokesperson expressed disappointment, stating that the funds spent on repairing the damage could be better allocated to supporting patients. The shop remains open during the investigation, but the community's support is crucial for the hospice to continue its services.

Key Takeaways:

  • Teesside Hospice's Thornaby shop has been vandalized twice in two months, with the latest incident occurring on September 16.
  • The vandalism has resulted in significant financial losses, with the cost of replacing the first window estimated at £390.
  • The charity's spokesperson emphasized that the funds spent on repairing the damaged window could be better allocated to supporting patients, highlighting the importance of the community's support.
  • The shop remains open while the police investigation continues, with the charity appealing for witnesses or those with relevant footage to come forward.
  • Cleveland Police are investigating the incident and appealing for information, with the reference number 178127.

Statistics:

  • The cost of replacing the first window was estimated at £390 (August 3).
  • The latest window is even larger than the previous one, suggesting the cost of replacement will be higher.
  • It costs £100 to provide four hours of nursing care on Teesside Hospice's In-Patient Unit.

Sources:

  • Teesside Hospice, as quoted in the Teesside Gazette article.
  • Cleveland Police, as quoted in the Teesside Gazette article.
  • Teesside Gazette, without date.