Blaze at Abandoned Scarborough School Sparks Arson Probe
Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are tackling a large fire at the disused Overdale School in Eastfield, Scarborough. Officials suspect arson is to blame.
Major Road Disruption as Firefighters Battle Flames
The scale of the blaze has caused significant disruption to nearby roads. Emergency teams remain on site working to bring the fire under control.Thankfully, no one has been hurt.
Three Teens Sought After Suspected Arson
Police are hunting three teenage boys spotted near the scene around the time the fire started:
- Suspect One: Thin, white, about 15 years old with a bowl haircut. Wearing a black jacket with white panels and black tracksuit bottoms.
- Suspect Two: Around 13, white, chubby, wearing a black jacket, blue hoodie, and grey jogging trousers.
- Suspect Three: Description still being confirmed by officers.
The investigation is ongoing, with enquiries continuing at the scene.
Witnesses Urged to Come Forward
Anyone with information should call 101, select option 1 to reach the Force Control Room, and quote incident number 459 of today. Help put these teenagers in the frame and stop more destruction.
