Appeal following wilful fire-raising behind properties in Stornoway

Officers are appealing for information after a shed and bins were deliberately set on fire behind properties on Mackenzie Street in Stornoway.

The incident happened around 6am on Saturday, 4 May, 2024.

The fires were put out by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and no one was injured.

Sergeant Shona Macdonald said: “Fortunately there were no injuries but this was an extremely irresponsible act and the fires are being treated as wilful.

“Our enquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible and anyone with information that could assist, including private CCTV, is asked to get in touch.

Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0787 of Saturday, 4 May, 2024, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 55 111.

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Appeal following wilful fire-raising behind properties in Stornoway

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