Action taken to remove shoes and trainers hanging over power and phone lines in Bury St Edmunds

Action is being taken to remove shoes and trainers hanging from overhead power and telephone lines in Bury St Edmunds.

The footwear has appeared over lines in and around Bury St Edmunds in recent weeks - with questions raised as to whether they indicate the presence of drug dealing or are just a prank.

Inspector Matt Paisley, of Suffolk Police, said: "We are aware of the presence of shoes and trainers appearing over power lines in and around Bury St Edmunds.

"Enquiries have been carried out and there is nothing currently to suggest that the presence is indicative of any drug dealing or other criminality.

"We are working with our partners to ensure these items are removed from public visibility in a timely manner.

"At this time, there is no cause for concern regarding this activity, but we ask the public to be vigilant and to report any suspicious activity in their communities by reporting an incident via the constabulary’s website or by calling 101."