Tearful grandmother claims ‘military aircraft’ ripped hole in her roof
An anguished grandmother claims that a military aircraft tore a hole in her roof as it flew overhead.
Lesley Wager, 52, claims roof tiles were torn from her home as the “peace of the afternoon was shattered” at around 3.20pm on Saturday, April 22.
Pictures showed tiles and a wooden plank jutting out, with the inside of the loft visible, reports Birmingham Live. Lesley said her husband had been forced to repair the damage. The Ministry of Defence said there was no planned aviation in the area on the day but confirmed it was investigating.
Lesley said: “You could hear it before it came, a military aircraft flew past and dust fell through the air. I ran outside and shouted for my husband, you could see tiles on the ground and there was a big hole in our roof.
“I want someone to inspect the roof for structural safety. I was told they would email an investigation team and get back to me but it has been ten days. My mental health has gone down and I feel like my head will explode, I have had panic attacks and been in tears.
“I don’t expect red carpet treatment or a top military man to come over, I just want someone to inspect my roof.”
According to the MoD no planned military flying activity was identified in the area on that date.
A spokesperson said: “The MoD is looking into a claim a military aircraft caused damage to a roof in the Birmingham area. The MoD has contacted the complainant and will advise her of the outcome of the investigation once complete.”
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