SMASHED windows at Basildon's new Wetherspoon pub are being replaced after vandals targeted the £2.75million venue less than 24 hours after opening.
A repair crew were spotted replacing the shattered windows at Sigered, King of Essex at East Walk, Basildon today after nine windows were smashed the day after opening, causing £9,000 worth of damage.
The pub saw a hugely successful opening day on October 21, with thousands welcomed through the doors and more than 5,000 pints sold.
However, bosses were left disappointed as vandals struck overnight, leading to the arrest of a 36-year-old man who has since been released on bail while enquiries continue.
Spokesperson Eddie Gershon said at the time: “We are disappointed to report that ten windows were cracked overnight at our new pub.
“This follows on from an outstanding first day at the pub, with thousands of people visiting."
Shift manager Clarice Jordan also told the Echo the incident was "very concerning".
As part of their investigation, police are appealing for information after the "significant damage" believed to have cost around £9,000.
An Essex Police spokesman said: "We are asking anyone who may have information about the incident to get in touch through our website.
"Please reference incident 1000 of October 22 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right team as quickly as possible."
To contact Essex Police, visit essex.police.uk and use the live chat service available or call the force on 101.
Anyone can give information completely anonymously by contacting independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.
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