Outrage after new Banksy Christmas graffiti is defaced

A new Banksy mural has already been defaced just hours after it appeared on a wall in Birmingham sparking anger among art fans.

Bright red noses have been sprayed on two reindeer by a vandal after the world-famous artist unveiled his latest artwork in the city's Jewellery Quarter on Monday (9/12).

The festive-themed painting had appeared overnight depicting two reindeer pulling a bench as a sleigh in a bid to highlight the homelessness problem across Britain.

But within hours of the work being confirmed as a genuine Banksy, a young man in a hoodie was spotted at the scene with a can of red paint.