PICTURES of two people police would like to speak to in connection with the vandalism of a Waddle of Worcester penguin have been released.

The Starlit Journey penguin  sculpture was damaged on Bromwich Parade at around 1am on Tuesday, August 20.

CCTV footage from Severn Trent Water showed one person damaging the sculpture while another filmed.

West Mercia Police are now trying to identify two men who are believed to have been in the area at the time of the incident.

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "If you know who the men are or have information to help with the investigation, please contact PC Kimberley by emailing imogen.kimberley@westmercia.police.uk."

Alternatively, people can anonymously share information with Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

The sculpture is one of a number dotted throughout the city which people can 'collect' using an app.

The trail is organised by St Richard's Hospice and raises thousands when they are auctioned off at the end of the event.

However, a number of statues have been damaged during the trail which has cost the Worcester hospice thousands of pounds.

Members of Worcestershire Ambassadors have now launched a fundraiser to help cover the costs to fix Starlit Journey and the other statues which have been damaged either through wear and tear or vandalism.

A spokesperson said: "As presenting partners for St Richard's Hospice's Great Waddle of Worcester 2024 art trail, Worcestershire Ambassadors has been saddened to learn of the criminal damage to multiple penguins since the trail launched.

"Whilst isolated and infrequent issues have occurred with their previous art trails, The Great Waddle of Worcester has seen multiple penguin sculptures damaged or vandalised leaving St Richard's to cover the costs.

"We know that the vast majority of those who live, work, learn, visit and do business in Worcester are respectful of the art trail, are enjoying visiting the penguins with friends and family, are proud of our community and want to support the fantastic work that St Richard's do."

Jim McBride BEM, chair of Worcestershire ambassadors said: "The cost of repairing the sculptures will be thousands of pounds.

"St Richard's Hospice needs £12 million every year to operate and only a third of that is provided by the government, so everything counts."

To donate, visit: justgiving.com/page/worcestershire-ambassadors-waddle-of-worcester-repairs.