Arrest in James Bulger grave vandalism

Ornaments and cherub statues adorning the gravestone were found smashed, just weeks after previous repairs were completed.

Merseyside Police confirmed the arrest took place on Friday afternoon following a public outcry over the repeated desecration.

James Bulger was murdered in 1993, a case that remains one of the most notorious in British history.

Authorities are investigating whether the two recent instances of vandalism are connected or if they represent separate acts of malice.