Firefighters carry out patrols after 'deliberate' blaze at Chesterfield park

An appeal for information has been launched after a ‘deliberate’ fire at Chesterfield’s Queen’s Park.
By Michael Broomhead
Published 30th Jun 2021, 18:35 BST
Updated 1st Jul 2021, 07:41 BST
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Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service (DFRS) said the blaze happened on Wednesday morning.

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The service also reported an ‘increase in incidents and anti-social behaviour’ in the park.

Firefighters have been carrying out patrols in Chesterfield's Queen's Park. Picture for illustrative purposes only.Firefighters have been carrying out patrols in Chesterfield's Queen's Park. Picture for illustrative purposes only.
Firefighters have been carrying out patrols in Chesterfield's Queen's Park. Picture for illustrative purposes only.
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A DFRS spokesperson said firefighters have spent Wednesday afternoon ‘engaging with the community’ and placing boards in the park to raise awareness.

One of the boards states: “We believe the fire at this location may have been started deliberately.

“If you have any information, contact Crimestoppers.”

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