Police investigate arson in Hertford Park playground
It happened at Hartham Common
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an arson in Hertford.
The incident occurred in Hartham Common, at around 5.45pm on Sunday 21 November.
It was reported that rubbish had been taken from a bin, placed on a wooden bench in the new playground area and set on fire.
The suspects are described as a group of around six or seven young people, aged between 12 and 16, who were wearing grey hoodies.
PC Sue Loughran, who is investigating, said: “This kind of senseless behaviour is extremely dangerous and could end up causing serious injury. It now means that less people are able to enjoy the park area thanks to these selfish actions and tax payers will have to foot the repair bill.
“I am appealing for anyone who may have seen this group in the area, or has information which could help us identify them, to please come forward.”
You can report information online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/91414/21.
Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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