Police have confirmed that the spate of “senseless” car vandalism that struck Wycombe last night is believed to be connected to the outcome of the Habib Ullah inquest.

Damage was done to 23 vehicles, with windows being smashed and graffiti sprayed over them.

Four men aged 26, 27,19 and 18 from High Wycombe have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage in connection with this incident and are in custody.

A statement issued by Thames Valley Police this afternoon said: “Thames Valley Police can confirm that the graffiti on the damaged cars read ‘NJNP’ and is believed to stand for ‘No Justice, No Peace’.”

“At this time the motivation for this damage is believed to be related to the recent outcome of the Habib Ullah inquest, although the actions are not supported or sanctioned by campaign organisers.

“Thames Valley Police is aware that campaign organisers representing the family of Habib Ullah have stated they do not support such action.

“Whatever the motivation, there is no excuse for these senseless of acts of vandalism inflicted upon the property of innocent members of the public and the offences will be thoroughly investigated by the Force.”

At the close of a month-long inquest into the death of Habib ‘Paps’ Ullah this week, a jury returned a conclusion of misadventure with a narrative verdict.

Mr Ullah, 39, died after a package containing crack cocaine became lodged in his throat during a restraint by Thames Valley Police officers in Sharrow Vale, in High Wycombe, on July 3, 2008.

TVP confirmed after the conclusion of the inquest that the officers involved now face a gross misconduct hearing over their actions.

Following the jury's conclusions, Mr Ullah's family said they will continue to fight for “justice” and have lodged civil action against Thames Valley Police.

Last night’s vandalism took place between 7pm and 10pm, when vehicles were damaged in Buckmaster Road, Challener Road, Cullyn Road, Havenfield Road, Bowerdean Road and Richard Gardens.

A statement from the Justice4Paps campaign group said: “We have been made aware of the recent incidents of criminal damage that have taken place in the Booker and Cressex area in the last 24 hours.

“We want to make it clear that these acts have nothing to do with the family and our campaign. Whilst we appreciate that people are angry after the verdict announced on Monday we condemn these acts completely.

“Since July 2008 we have held many peaceful demonstrations, vigils and meetings in the town with no incidents occurring.”

Mohammed Khaliel director of Islamix and a member of the police Independent Advisory Group urged community leaders to do all they could to prevent any more criminal activity.

He said: “I am aware of some community concerns about certain police officers particularly attached to High Wycombe. We urge anyone with grievances against officers to use the police complaints procedure or come to us and we will support any legitimate claims. The police commander has also welcomed any complaints and indicated they will be dealt with professionally.

“The senseless criminal damage to cars and property only makes matters worse and tarnishes our area and our good community reputation. I urge all community elders to use their positions to restrain any disaffected members.”