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Police report over 40 incidents of 'no HMO' vandalism

What happened

Police have confirmed that more than 40 incidents of residential damage have been reported in connection with a 'no HMO' vandalism spree.

Why it matters

The reported incidents represent a series of deliberate property damage events targeting residential buildings, which creates financial and security concerns for property owners.

Context

A house in multiple occupation (HMO) is a residential property occupied by multiple households that share common facilities.

Vandalism is defined as the intentional destruction or damage of public or private property, including acts such as graffiti and defacement performed without the owner's consent.

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