Arson attack at children’s playground in Watford
Thousands of pounds worth of damage has been caused
Thousands of pounds worth of damage has been caused at a children’s playground in Watford after an arson attack.
It happened in Garston Park, off Codicote Drive, at around 8.40pm on Saturday (23 October).
Police said a 6ft wooden pirate ship was set on fire, causing "extensive" damage.
Neighbourhood Sergeant Craig Butler said:
"This senseless behaviour is extremely dangerous and has caused huge upset in the local community.
"Our enquiries are continuing at this time to identify and trace the people responsible.
"A group of teenagers, wearing dark clothing, were seen running from the area around the time of the incident.
"I am appealing for anyone who thinks they may have seen this group, or has any other information which may assist the investigation, to please get in touch.
"If you live in the area and have CCTV, please review any footage and call us if you have captured anything of note."
Information can be reported online, by speaking to an operator in the Force Communications Room via online web chat, or by calling the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/82699/21.
Alternatively, stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.