Teenage boys questioned over arson attacks in Cinderford

Police say they've received 55 reports in the town since January

Author: Gavin RutterPublished 19th Dec 2022

Two teenage boys have been questioned by police about a series of arson attacks in Cinderford.

Officers arrested the boys, aged 15 and 16, last month who have now been released under investigation.

Police say there have been 55 reports of arson incidents in Cinderford since January this year.

Many have taken place in the Valley Road and Engelhard estate areas.

Officers have been working with schools and carers to highlight the dangers of starting fires deliberately.

There have also been regular patrols of the area and stop searches where grounds allow.

Sergeant Nick Wheeler, of the Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: "We have been working hard to tackle this issue of arson in Cinderford.

"We have been using plain clothed and high visibility patrols as part of this and will continue to do so in order to catch those responsible and bring them to justice."

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