CCTV footage released after arson attack on café in Maltby

The café was rammed with a vehicle before a parked van outside the premises was set alight.

Bamford Baps on Tickhill Road in Maltby
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 29th Jan 2026

Police have issued CCTV footage as part of their investigation into an alleged arson attack on a Rotherham cafe.

The incident took place at Bamford Baps on Tickhill Road in Maltby at around 11.17pm on January 14.

The café was rammed with a vehicle before a parked van outside the premises was set alight.

Investigators believe those responsible fled in a silver or grey Vauxhall Astra and on an electric scooter, heading in the direction of Hamilton Road.

Anyone with information related to the arson or the suspects’ movements is urged to contact South Yorkshire Police on 101.

Hear all the latest news from across the UK on the hour, every hour, on Greatest Hits Radio on DAB, smartspeaker, at greatesthitsradio.co.uk, and on the Rayo app.