Police launch appeal after wilful fire-raising in HMP & YOI Grampian car park
Police say that attack was deliberate
Police in the north east are appealing for witnesses after wilful fire-raising in the car park of HMP and YOI Grampian today (Wednesday).
Two people riding a dark coloured motor bike at 12.35pm were seen to approach and throw liquid over a car at 12.35pm. They then drove off in the direction of South Road, Peterhead.
Two cars sustained damage, though no one was injured.
Officers are viewing CCTV and making local enquiries. At this time, the only description of the suspects is that they were wearing dark clothing and one wearing a white crash helmet.
Detective Sergeant Richard Cooper, Ellon CID, said:
“I am keen to hear from anyone who was in the vicinity of the prison who may have seen the incident take place or the two people on the motorbike drive off. They sped out of the area so may have been caught on the dash-cam of passing motorists.
“If you have footage that may assist our investigation or indeed any details that could help our enquiries, then please call officer via 101 and quote reference number 1459 of Wednesday, 26 July 2023.”
Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.