VANDALS sprayed abuse and poured paint over cars and buildings in nine roads in Weymouth.

The yobs carried out the early hours attacks in the Rodwell and Chapelhay area.

Police today appealed for witnesses who heard or saw four teenagers - two boys and two girls - in the area between 12.30am and 4am on October 6.

Cars and buildings were targeted in a garage courtyard behind Newberry Road and St Leonard's Road, Oakley Place, St Leonard's Road, Rodwell Avenue, Barley Way, Barrack Road, Hope Square, Nothe Parade and Rodwell Road.

Police spokesman Andrew Wright said that 'rude and abusive comments' were sprayed and paint was poured over cars and buildings.

Police officers believe the attacks may be linked to a burglary of a shed in Newberry Road earlier in the evening when a number of paint and aerosol cans were stolen.

Three youths - boys aged 11 and 14 and a girl in her early teens - have been arrested and released on police bail.

Witnesses and anyone with information is urged to call Dorset Police on 01305 222222.