Police probe launched into firework attack on flat in Sheffield

A police hunt is under way for yobs who hurled fireworks at a flat on a Sheffield estate.
By Claire Lewis
Published 3rd Nov 2020, 13:13 BST
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Three fire crews from across Sheffield responded to the incident on White Thorns View, Batemoor, after the flat went up in flames at 9pm on Saturday, October 31.

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A firework was hurled at the property, which was empty at the time, but neighbouring flats were occupied and a concerned resident banged on all the doors to notify residents of the blaze.

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Firefighters dealt with a blaze in a flat on White Thorns View, Batemoor, after a firework was thrown into the propertyFirefighters dealt with a blaze in a flat on White Thorns View, Batemoor, after a firework was thrown into the property
Firefighters dealt with a blaze in a flat on White Thorns View, Batemoor, after a firework was thrown into the property

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No arrests have yet been made over the incident but officers are investigating.

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South Yorkshire Police said: “Emergency services were called at around 9.30pm on Saturday, October 31 following reports of a fire at a property on White Thorns View, Sheffield.

“There was nobody present in the property and nobody was injured.

“The matter is being investigated as an arson. Enquiries are ongoing.”

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Anyone with information about the incident should call South Yorkshire Police on 101.

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