A village centre has been broken into, with a defibrillator being ripped from its mounting and stolen.

Eastern Daily Press: The defibrillator mounting.Picture: Brian SwanThe defibrillator mounting.Picture: Brian Swan (Image: Archant)

The break-in happened at New Road Sport and Leisure Centre in Belton.

The offence happened between 9.30pm on Wednesday and 8am on Thursday.

As well as the defibrillator being stolen, damage to the roof and general damage to the hall was caused.

Its security system and internet connections were also damaged

The centre is owned by Belton and Browston Parish Council

Police have been informed about the burglary.