The police added that the crowd, many of whom were masked, also threw paint at the police vehicle.

Ch Insp Adam Ruston said the vehicle was now “off the road” and will be “unavailable for use…for a period of time whilst repairs are carried out”.

He added: “I cannot emphasise enough the foolhardiness of attacking and damaging police vehicles which are needed in order for us to be able to respond to emergencies of all kinds in the local community.

“And to those involved in attacking the house and the police car, whatever your motivation your actions are unlawful and we are investigating.

“Body worn video has been captured, and will be examined along with all available CCTV and other recorded footage.”

He added: “I would urge those in the community involved in this morning’s events to examine their actions and realise that taking the law into your own hands is not how we do things in civilised society, nor is attacking the police who are simply doing their job serving the community.”