Residents on Sheffield estate in shock after discovering fishing line tied across path

Handsworth residents took to Facebook yesterday to issue the warning that fishing line had been tied across the well-used path.

One resident reported that four chilren were seen tieing the line across the path leading from Handsworth Church.

She also reported that a line had been put on a path going past two local schools.

Residents said they have now taken the dangerous line down and reported the incident to the police.

A number of schools are situated in the area, including Ballifield Primary School, Sunny Meadows Nursery and Handsworth Grange College.