YOUTHS are leaving gardeners fuming by stealing plant pots and ornaments.

The teenagers have struck four times in the past week in the Stanley area.

The latest incident was on Monday afternoon, when four youths - three boys and a girl - were seen in Heather Way. The girl took an ornamental vase and a white plastic plant pot shaped like a swan.

She is described as having blonde hair in a ponytail and was wearing a dark top.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Stanley police on (01207) 280613.