Arson attack at Goldthorpe police station is condemned

AN ARSON attack at a South Yorkshire police station which destroyed two squad cars has been condemned by the force.

Three men — aged 35, 18 and 33 — remained in custody at lunchtime today (Monday) after the incident in Goldthorpe at 2.10am.

Chief Insp Mark James, from Barnsley, said: “This reckless incident has left two operational police cars extensively damaged and behaviour like this will not be tolerated.

“Thankfully, no-one was injured but the fire has also caused damage to the side of the police station and a council van.

“Officers worked quickly after the incident to carry out enquiries and these enquiries are continuing today.”

He added: “I’d like to ask anyone who saw what happened, or who has any information, to contact us on 101, quoting incident 56 of April 1.”

Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.