Attack on firefighters by youths in Shelton

It has been reported that a fire crew who turned up to a waste fire in Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, last Sunday were subjected to an attack by a group of youths.

Firefighters from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service arrived at the scene besides the Bell and Bear pub located in Stoke Road to put out a fire when they were set upon by over 20 youths who threw bottles, stones and even fireworks at them, forcing them to retreat back towards the fire engine.

The fire crew were called to the incident at around 6:30pm when the attack happened and the fire area commander has since condemned what took place that evening.

Wayne Bowcock said:

“The crew that attended the emergency call are all dedicated professionals who are proud that they save lives and property in Stoke-on-Trent.

“They are all angry and shocked that they were subjected to such a spineless attack, particularly in an area where we have good relationships with the local community.

“This shameful and cowardly attack really does make us wonder what the perpetrators would think of their behaviour if their friends or family ever have the misfortune to need the help of the fire and rescue service in an emergency.”

The youths backed away when the police were called for back-up.

There were no injuries reported following the attack although the vehicle was damaged by the missiles thrown at it.

Police to investigate suspicious fires in Aberdeen

It has been reported that police have begun a probe into two blazes which have left buildings with extensive damage in the city of Aberdeen recently.

The police are treating both incidents, which happened within the same area in the north-west of the city early last Saturday morning, as suspicious.

Firefighters from Grampian Fire and Rescue Service were called to deal with both situations; at Stoneywood Mill Sports and Social Club, which is now derelict, as well as the old Bankhead Academy in Bucksburn.

Despite the fact that the two fires were fairly close to one another and both caused property damage, police have said that they have no evidence to suggest the blazes were related to one another.

The investigation is now underway into the causes of these incidents and to determine if indeed arson was involved.

The threat of arson to businesses in Aberdeen, Scotland and throughout Great Britain is always going to be a concern. This is why, if you are an owner of a company, you should seriously consider the fire safety procedures as well as the equipment installed in your work premises. The security of your building is also of paramount importance if you want to protect it from the very real threat posed by arson.

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