Authorities urge public to assist in identifying two boys seen near fire scene
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Inverness police are actively investigating a recent incident involving a garden fire that occurred in the Hilton area of the city. The fire, reported around PM on Sunday, resulted in significant damage to a fence and a garden shed located at the rear of a property on Drynie Avenue.
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, but the incident is being treated as wilful, prompting a thorough investigation by local authorities.
Details of the incident
Officers were dispatched to the scene following multiple reports of the fire. Firefighters responded promptly, extinguishing the flames before they could spread further.
The quick action of the emergency services prevented what could have been a more serious situation. As the investigation unfolds, police are focusing on two young boys who were seen in the vicinity of the fire just before it broke out.
Descriptions and public appeal
Witnesses have described the boys as being approximately 4 feet tall and of slim build. One of the boys was reportedly wearing a black tracksuit, while the other was dressed in a white t-shirt and grey tracksuit bottoms. This description is crucial as police believe that these individuals may hold key information regarding the circumstances leading up to the fire.
Community involvement and next steps
Local residents are being urged to check their CCTV and dashcam footage for any signs of the boys or suspicious activity around the time of the incident. The police have emphasized the importance of community assistance in solving this case. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the police by calling 101 and quoting incident number 2608 from May 18. The cooperation of the public is vital in ensuring that those responsible for this wilful act are brought to justice.
