Iconic South Ayrshire golf course vandalised by booze-fuelled youths during Easter break

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An iconic South Ayrshire golf course was vandalised by booze-fuelled yobs during the Easter break. The green at Prestwick golf course was left damaged – leading to plain-clothed cops and quads being drafted in.A hunt for young offenders has now been launched in schools with campus officers leading a probe into the incidents.A spokesperson for South Ayrshire police said: "Following a number of reports of damage on the green at Prestwick golf course, officers engaged with the green keepers and provided additional patrols on quad bikes and in plain clothes. "Campus officers are continuing enquiries into the schools to identify the offenders responsible."The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.Police say they are now keen to trace where the alcohol was purchased so they can take “appropriate action”.It comes as officers hail a successful crackdown on youth disorder with no serious incidents reported.A haul of booze was taken from youths after officers stepped up patrols near the famous old Prestwick course, Ayr Academy and Fullarton Woods, Troon.Extra patrols were brought into force during the two-week break as reports of youth disorder soared in the region.South Ayrshire campus and locality officers joined forces with partners from South Ayrshire Council Thriving Communities (SAC) and British Transport Police to ease community concerns.A police spokesperson added: