A group of teenagers is believed to have deliberately ignited fires affecting grass, shrubbery, and hedges in Gloucestershire during the evening of Sunday, 9 August. Emergency services were alerted to the scene around 8.15pm at Regent Close, Brockworth, and responded promptly to control the blaze.
Following initial investigations, police reviewed local CCTV footage as part of their enquiries. They are now appealing to the public for any information, particularly from anyone who may have witnessed the incident or seen a group of teenagers in the vicinity at the time.
Of particular interest to the authorities are two females believed to be under the age of 18 who were in the area during the incident. Descriptions include one wearing blue shorts, a white t-shirt, and black Adidas trainers; the other was wearing black trousers, a black top, carrying a pink handbag, and wearing white trainers.
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Gloucestershire Police have urged anyone with information to come forward by completing the online form and quoting the occurrence number 53260068678 to assist with their ongoing investigation.