Aberdeen Stairwell blazes "may be linked", police say
Police Scotland is appealing for information following two wilful fires in Aberdeen in the early hours of this morning (Friday January 13, 2017).
Police Scotland is appealing for information following two wilful fires in Aberdeen in the early hours of this morning (Friday January 13, 2017). At around 1.20am the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service along with officers attended reports of a small fire within the landing of a block of residential flats at North Anderson Drive. At about 1.30am emergency services were also alerted to a fire within the landing of another block of residential flats at Midstocket View. Local Inspector Jon Millar said: "Enquiries are at an early stage, however we believe these incidents are linked and I would appeal for anyone with information to contact Police. "Thankfully no one was injured and everyone accounted for, however I can't stress enough the dangers of starting fires within residential properties - you don't know how the situation will develop, and it goes without saying that the consequences of such reckless behaviour could have fatal consequences. It won’t be tolerated. "I would urge anyone with information about these incidents, or anyone who saw anything suspicious in either area, to contact Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 to remain anonymous." SFRS Aberdeen City Group Manager Mike Dickson added: “Deliberate fires risk lives and those who set them often have no idea how they will develop or who will be affected. “A fire is out of control from the moment it begins and flames, heat and smoke can all kill. “Local fire crews will attend North Anderson Drive and Midstocket View in due course to offer safety advice and home safety visits. “We encourage anyone with information on wilful fireraising to contact Police Scotland.”