Coalville Police say they are investigating a number of incidents where people living on the Greenhill Estate are having their doors 'kicked in'.

North West Leicestershire Police highlighted the problem in a social media post today (Wednesday) - saying there have been 'large numbers' of this happening.

But officers say they have identified the culprits following the vandalism which they say is scaring children and causing damage to homes.

CCTV has been used as well as information from other youths in the area.

The police post reads: "We are receiving a large number of reports of youths kicking people's doors in and around the area of The Greenhill Estate in Coalville.

"This may seem like a bit of harmless fun, but it's not.

"Little children are scared, and damage is being caused.

"The #BardonBeatTeam are doing a lot of work around CCTV and speaking to youths on the estate in order to tackle the issue.

"We now have names and addresses of those responsible and are in the process of working with officers from the youth justice system and North West Leicestershire District Council housing team.

"If you or your child is involved, then expect a knock on the door."