Firebug attacks: teenager held

A BOY has been arrested over a spate of arson attacks in Kimberworth and more arrests are set to follow.

A BOY has been arrested over a spate of arson attacks in Kimberworth.

The 16-year-old has been bailed pending further inquiries in connection with incidents centred on Barkers Park on February 21.

Sgt Dave Baines, from Rotherham North Safer Neighbourhood Team, said: “Over the last couple of weeks, my officers and I have been working with Rotherham Borough Council and South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue to improve security at Barkers Park and tackle incidents of wheelie bin fires and antisocial behaviour.”

Officers have said further arrests are likely. Anyone with information about the fires should contact Pc Andy Poppleton or PCSO James Thorpe of Rotherham North SNT on 01709 832 073, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.