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Incident involving Firework

 

Dear Resident,

We are appealing for any witnesses following a firework that was set off on a vehicle in Worthington Drive, Albrighton. The incident occurred approximately 22:49 on the 4th November.  2 Males can be seen placing the firework on the roof of a parked vehicle before lighting the fuse setting off the firework. The males were seen leaving the area towards Loak Road. Fortunately on this occasion no damage was caused to the vehicle. 

 

If you were in the area or may have CCTV in Loak Road, please contact me on sa.snt@westmercia.police.uk or phone 07816237845

 

Please remember the following to keep yourself and everyone else safe, and reduce any anti-social behaviour:

  • It is illegal to sell fireworks to anyone under 18 years of age. Maximum penalty of £5000 and/or six months in prison.
  • It is illegal to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am - Bonfire Night 7am to midnight.
  • It is illegal to let off a firework in a public place and carries a fine of up to £5000 or a £90 Fixed Penalty Notice.
  • All fireworks sold to the public must comply to CE standards.
  • The police have the power to stop and search anyone suspected of carrying fireworks.
  • The sale of banger, mini rockets, fireworks that fly erratically, aerial shells and maroons is illegal.
  • Irresponsible use of fireworks can damage property, cause injury, scare people (particularly the elderly) and frighten animals.

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    Steven Breese
    (Police, PCSO, Shifnal and Albrighton SNT)
    Neighbourhood Alert Cyber Essentials