Public Toilets at Eastern Gardens, Sandown, were subjected to an attempted Arson at the weekend, with a fire damaging the accessible unit.
This resulted in the fire service being called out to survey the effect to the electrics of the £200,000 facility.
Town Mayor Alex Lightfoot said:
"We are grateful for the response of the contractors and the emergency services at the weekend.
"We hope those responsible for this damage, as well as the potential consequences, are held to account and we are working with the Police to secure a prosecution."
The Toilets are currently closed due to the need for electrical work and smoke damage, with the Town Council working to re-open as soon as possible.
Deputy Mayor Ian Fletcher added:
"This mindless act of vandalism has targeted disabled people, depriving families and vulnerable people of a vital facility, as well as costing local residents significant repair costs."
Sandown Town Council installed the facilities, following public consultation, at the start of the year and are in the process of installing a Changing Places unit before next Summer, and will be considering the installation of further CCTV in the forthcoming budget.
Cllr Lightfoot concluded:
"While the new Eastern Gardens Conveniences are more resistant to vandalism than the previous block, they continue to be a target of anti-social behaviour.
"We will continue to work with partner agencies to reduce vulnerability to damage, as well as support the prosecution of those responsible."
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