Two teenagers have been arrested after Christmas displays were trashed in a village.

Ring doorbell footage had shown an ornamental reindeer being kicked over and a large decoration being thrown at a van outside someone’s house in Cliffsend, near Ramsgate.

Photos have also emerged of the aftermath of the bright lights at the village hall being wrecked.

Resident Dawn Louise Appleby shared pictures of decorations strewn across the floor on Sunday morning.

She said after days of hard work and thousands of pounds spent, every single light had been smashed, the flagpole snapped, the tree broken and knitted toppers “ripped to shreds”.

Now police have confirmed a boy and a girl have been arrested.

A spokesperson said: “Two people have been arrested following several reports of vandalism to Christmas decorations in Ramsgate.

“The incidents happened in the Cliffsend area between Friday and Saturday.

“Shortly before midnight on Saturday, a teenage boy and girl were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and were taken into custody.”

The Ring doorbell footage had been shared by Dale Norton, of Foads Lane.

The vandalism outside his home occurred just after 4.30am on Saturday.

The 46-year-old told KentOnline: “Everyone's wound up. You build up your decorations over the year and you put them out for everyone else, don't you?

“It's not just for yourself, it's just to bring a bit of joy to the area.”

His work van was damaged by the youths, putting him out of pocket just over a week before Christmas.

Mr Norton added: “When I phoned the police, they said there had been multiple reports of it.”

District councillor John Davis (Con) has vowed to look into the matter on behalf of residents and hopes to “restore Christmas in the area”.

“We’ll certainly do all that we can to work with police and help those affected,” said the Thanet District Council representative.

Police say witnesses and anyone with information that may assist the investigation should call them on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/211533/24.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, or by completing an online form on their website.