'Devastating' Investigation after tractor smashes doors and windows

Police are investigating after a tractor drove through a flooded high street in Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, creating a wave of water that hit local businesses, smashing windows and knocking doors open.

- Jessica Murray

West Mercia police said they were aware of videos on social media showing the tractor driving through the flood water on Sunday and that they were investigating.

"We're actively investigating the incident and officers are in Tenbury Wells this morning speaking to people whose businesses and properties may have been affected, as well as reviewing additional video footage," the force said. "No arrests have been made at this time."

Video footage shows the large green tractor ploughing through the flood waters as onlookers gasp. People can be heard saying: "Oh my good God," and "You have not just done that, you idiot."

Some business owners in the market town said they thought they would not have been badly affected by the flooding if not for the water smashing windows and doors, which were keeping the waters out. Others said they had already been flooded, but the wave worsened the damage.