Yahoo News Kids climbing on roof of dangerous derelict building are dicing with death
A group of children have been seen climbing on the roof of a dangerous derelict building in Plymouth. Residents have been advised to call police if they spot anyone on the roof of the derelict building at Stowford Mill in Ivybridge.
Residents and locals have been told to call 999 if they see anyone entering the site or climbing onto the building. The roof is in a badly dilapidated state.
Just a few weeks ago, Ivybridge Police were also alerted to two children on the roof, aged between 11 and 13. Now the force says more children were seen climbing onto the unsafe building this week.
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Ivybridge Police said: “Once again we have had reports of youths on the roof of Stowford Mill. Please do not enter the site as it is not safe. If anyone does see people climbing in and around the building please dial 999. Thank you.”
Previously, the local police force has warned that the buildings within Stowford Mill are dangerous due to their derelict state. People, especially young teenagers, have been warned that entering the site and climbing the run-down buildings will likely result in a serious if not fatal incident.
The Stowford Mill site reportedly has developers ready to build a new restaurants and bars. PlymouthLive reported in 2019 the site would be given a new lease of life as a huge two-storey bar and restaurant was being built.
Ivybridge’s Grade II listed Stowford Mill was due to be converted, focusing on The Engine House, a 5,000sq ft destination in the heart of what was to become the place to live, eat, drink and shop. Developers have yet to start work on the upgrade.
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