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Defibrillator Vandalised Twice in One Month
20 Jan
Summary
- A charity is disappointed by repeated vandalism to a vital defibrillator.
- The device's cabinet was found damaged on January 17, following prior destruction.
- Defibrillators are crucial for saving lives during cardiac arrest emergencies.
A community defibrillator in Hartlepool has suffered repeated vandalism, causing significant distress to the charity responsible for its maintenance. Trustees of DS43 Community Defibrillators discovered the cabinet housing the life-saving device hanging precariously from the West View Project building on Miers Avenue as recently as January 17, 2026. This incident follows a previous act of destruction on December 22, 2025, when the defibrillator was found smashed in a nearby field.
The charity expressed its profound disappointment at the repeated damage to such a critical piece of equipment. This defibrillator is one of 84 devices deployed across Hartlepool, specifically designed to provide immediate assistance to individuals experiencing cardiac arrest. One of the charity's founders directly appealed to those causing the damage, urging them to stop and reflect on the consequences of their actions.
