In Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, two cars were reportedly torched in an early-hours firebomb attack, leading to the arrest of a 42-year-old man. Emergency services responded to the incident on Woodcot Court at 4.39am on Friday. A fire engine and crews swiftly arrived at the scene, using breathing apparatus and a hose reel jet to extinguish the flames. Dramatic footage from the incident shows two firefighters battling the inferno as thick smoke billowed across the housing estate.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed receiving the call at 4.39am with one appliance dispatched from Stonehaven. Crews worked on putting out the fire using breathing apparatus and a hose reel jet, with the situation under control by 5.26am. Meanwhile, Police Scotland stated that a 42-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident, and investigations are ongoing.
Authorities reported no injuries resulting from the firebomb attack. Police received a report of the two cars ablaze on Woodcot Court, prompting a swift response to the scene. With the situation now under control, residents in the area have been assured of ongoing inquiries to establish further details about the incident. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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(Source: Daily Record – Rewrite by [Your Name])