Lennon along with sisters Olivia, five and Megan, four, were given written warnings after it was claimed they verbally abused neighbours and damaged property. "The youngsters were even told they faced arrest if their behaviour did not improve," reported the Telegraph. "Officers claimed Lennon, who still struggles to walk, was responsible for kicking footballs at residents' windows - over a seven foot high fence."
The Daily Mail quoted bemused mum Shelly Hubbard: "They were accusing my tiny son of being an instigator of antisocial behaviour. It's ridiculous. He's the furthest you'd get from a hell-raiser." Lincolnshire police admitted the letter should not have been sent.
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