Gang of youths sought after arson attack on Doncaster house and car

By Darren Burke
Published 28th Jun 2024, 12:20 BST
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Police are hunting a gang of youths who set fire to a car and then attempted to set a house on fire in a Doncaster arson attack.

At 9.57pm yesterday (27 June) South Yorkshire Police were called by South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue service to reports of a suspected arson in Crossfield Lane, Skellow.

A spokesperson said: “It is reported that a group of youths set fire to a silver Jaguar and attempted to set fire to a property but failed to do so.

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“The property was unoccupied at the time and no injuries have been reported.

Police are hunting a group of youths who set a car on fire then attempted to set a house ablaze in Doncaster.Police are hunting a group of youths who set a car on fire then attempted to set a house ablaze in Doncaster.
Police are hunting a group of youths who set a car on fire then attempted to set a house ablaze in Doncaster.

“A scene has been established at the location and enquiries are ongoing.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information which could assist officers with their investigation can contact police online or via 101.

Please quote incident number 1030 of 27 June 2024 when you get in touch.

You can also contact CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

Related topics:PoliceDoncasterSouth Yorkshire PoliceSouth Yorkshire Fire and RescueJaguar

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