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Firefighters tackle suspected wheelie bin arson incident

By Gary Skentelbery on 25th September 2020 9:36 am Crime, News

FIREFIGHTERS were called out to tackle a suspected arson incident involving a wheelie bin at Bewsey, Warrington, yesterday evening.

The incident took place shortly before 9pmm off Troutbeck Avenue. On arrival, the crew found one wheelie bin well alight.
One hose reel jet was used to extinguish the flames.
It is believed that this fire had been started deliberately. Anyone with information is asked to call Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 812983.
Earlier at around 8pm one fire engine attended from Warrington following reports of a fire in the open off Osprey Close.
On arrival, the crew used a water backpack to extinguish the flames.

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Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.