MINDLESS vandals have destroyed a mural in honour of a Glasgow legend who dedicated her life to her community.

'Betty Brown's Eyes' was a tribute to the 'Queen of Garnethill' - former community council chair Mrs Brown who "always had her eyes on her community".

The art work, at an area known as the Viewpoint near Hill Street, was created around six months ago with help from Glasgow School of Art.

But local people have been left saddened and shocked after vandals spray painted a massive graffiti tag right across the poignant image.

Someone has also sprayed the slur "f**k art" next to the mural.

Police are investigating the vandalism and local politicians and residents have united in condemnation - with Garnethill MSP Sandra White calling for those who "desecrated the memory of one of the city's hardest working women" to own up.

It is understood that the cost of fixing it could total £1,500.

Ms White told the Evening Times: "I knew wee Betty.

"She was a fantastic person who worked tirelessly for Garnethill - she was Mrs Garnethill.

"I wonder if those who have carried out this terrible vandalism know of Betty, and what she did for the area?

"They should be ashamed of themselves. I would ask them to own up and come forward."

Mrs Brown passed away in 2006 aged 76.

She spearheaded a number of campaigns for a park, a play area, a community shop and the multi-ethnic hall.

She also campaigned on road safety for children, organised litter clear-ups and galvanised locals into fun days and social activities.

Garnethill Park, once a rubbish tip, is one of her lasting legacies.

A plaque in her memory sits within the park as well as at the nearby multi-cultural centre.

Councillor Nina Baker, whose ward also covers Garnethill, spotted the vandalism while on a community litter pick.

She added: "I am shocked and saddened by what these idiots have done.

"This mural was fitting tribute to the late, wonderful Mrs Brown who always had her eyes on her community.

"She chaired the community council for three decades and was so dedicated to the area."

Community activist Bill Beckett, a former community councillor, added: "I am in shock.

"The graffiti completely covers the painting of Betty's eyes - it is completely ruined.

"There is a tragic irony here as Betty so hard to improve the area.

"The community council have estimated he cost of of fixing this at around £1,200 to £1,500."

A spokeswoman for Police Scotland said: "We have received reports of a vandalism at Hill Street in Garnethill.

"Enquiries are ongoing."

Anyone with any information can contact officers on 101.