Thieves smash through hairdresser's door to snatch charity tins

THIEVES who smashed the window of a hairdressing salon and stole charity collections have been blasted as “scum” by the owner.

Police are investigating after the incident at Elegance Hairdressing in Eling Lane in Totton on Sunday.

A Hampshire Constabulary Elegance Hairdressing in Eling Lane spokesperson told the A&T: “The front glass door was smashed between 7pm and 7.30pm on 29th December. Cash has been taken.”

Sharing a photograph of her salon’s smashed window on Facebook, owner Soph James wrote: “To the scum who stole charity pots from my shop – shame on you.

"I have some fantastic witnesses and the police are on it, but if anyone knows, sees or hears anymore, let me know.”

One local commented: “That is disgusting. How low can people be?”

Another said: “So sorry for your loss and the damage.”

Anyone with information should call 101 quoting 44190465700 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.