Police Appeal For Witnesses After Filey Arson Incidents

Thursday, 16 March 2023 16:55

By Matthew Pells

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses and information about incidents of arson in Filey.

At about 6.45pm on Wednesday 15 March 2023, fires were lit outside two properties on West Avenue, causing damage.

North Yorkshire Police say:

"We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident. In particular, we are appealing for information about two male suspects who were seen in the area at the time of the incident. They were believed to be wearing all black Adidas clothing and were seen running away from the scene.

If you have any information that could assist this investigation, please email dave.brant@northyorkshire.police.uk You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC 141 Brant. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230047073."

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