Vandalism that forced Mallow playground to shut could cost up to €80k 

Cork County Council heard that the vandalism at the Woodview Drive Playground has been ongoing for several years

Vandals cut through several wooden safety structures with a saw at the Woodview Drive Playground in Mallow on March 1. Picture: Cork County Council

A north Cork playground has been temporarily closed after being deemed unsafe due to serious damage to equipment.

Vandals cut through several wooden safety structures with a saw at the Woodview Drive Playground in Mallow on March 1. They also cut climbing ropes and excrement was found on the equipment.