A smashed window has appeared at a well-known Darlington restaurant, pictures have revealed.

Oven, on Duke Street in Darlington, is currently sporting a dramatic-looking smashed window.

The charming eatery has stood proudly on one of Darlington’s ritziest streets for years but the smashed window is what is grabbing the attention of passers-by.

It is as yet unknown what caused the smashed window and whether it was accidental or deliberate.

Glass is being held together with tape until the issue is resolved.

A spokeswoman for Durham Police confirmed that nothing had been reported to police regarding the window.

The Northern Echo approached Oven for comment but we did not receieve a response.

The Northern Echo: Oven is located on Duke Street in DarlingtonOven is located on Duke Street in Darlington (Image: Aja Dodd, Newsquest)

The Northern Echo: The smashed window at Oven on Duke StreetThe smashed window at Oven on Duke Street (Image: Aja Dodd, Newsquest)

The Northern Echo: It is not yet known what caused the smashed windowIt is not yet known what caused the smashed window (Image: Aja Dodd, Newsquest)

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