More than 100 fish killed in Hunstanton after washing up liquid poured in Esplanade Gardens fountain

More than 100 fish have been killed after two bottles of washing up liquid were poured into a water fountain in Hunstanton.

Residents have expressed their anger over the incident, with one describing whoever did it as "scum".

It happened over the bank holiday weekend in Esplanade Gardens - locals believe it may have been on Sunday morning.

The fish were soon taken out of the fountain, with help from friends of Esplanade Gardens and tourists from Essex, and the water was emptied.

A spokesperson from West Norfolk Council said: "This crime has been reported to the police. We will also be checking our CCTV coverage of the area to help the police identify anyone involved.

"Our public open space team would like to thank some of the friends of Esplanade Gardens and tourists from Essex who helped them clear out the pond and remove the dead fish on Sunday."

The fish had been placed in the fountain over the years by various local people, and a man who often feeds them is said to have been devastated after finding out about the incident.

One resident, John White said: "Whoever did this is the scum of society. I believe the gardens are used for the wrong purposes at the moment."

The incident has been reported to the police who are currently looking to speak to anyone with information. If you can help, call 101.