Derby Telegraph

HGV tyres torched in suspected arson attack

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CREWS put out a fire in Colliery Road, Creswell, that caused damage to seven large HGV tyres on Wednesday.

It is believed the fire was started deliberate­ly and Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service have notified police of the incident.

Firefighte­rs attended the blaze at 10:15pm and used one hose reel jet, as well as thermal imaging camera and lighting.

A post on the Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service Twitter account said: “2215hrs #WorksopStn­08 attended reports of a fire in the open on Colliery Road, #Creswell.

“This was 7 large HGV tyres damaged by fire. Crews used 1 hose reel jet, thermal imaging camera and lighting.

“Police were informed as this was believed to be deliberate.”

Members of the public are reminded not to use social media platforms to report emergencie­s, but to dial 999 instead.

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