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Halloween horror as five yobs arrested after fireworks blasted at people and cars
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Five teenagers aged 15 and 16 have been arrested after fireworks were directed at people and passing cars in Sheffield during Halloween. The arrests bring a police investigation into dangerous behaviour on Spital Hill into focus ahead of Bonfire Night.
South Yorkshire Police officers from the North East Neighbourhood Policing Team detained the youths this week. All five have since been released on police bail while enquiries continue, and police are urging parents to talk to their children about firework dangers.
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In short
- Five teenagers have been arrested over fireworks aimed at people and cars.
- The incidents happened on Sheffield’s Spital Hill during Halloween.
- All five are on police bail as enquiries continue.
How this story developed
- 54 minutes ago Five teenagers aged 15 and 16 have been arrested after fireworks were aimed at people and passing cars in Sheffield during Halloween. Police say the behaviour was extremely dangerous and are continuing their investigation.
- 58 minutes ago Five teenagers aged 15 and 16 have been arrested after fireworks were directed at people and passing cars in Sheffield during Halloween. The arrests bring a police investigation into dangerous behaviour on Spital Hill into focus ahead of Bonfire Night.
Explained simply
Fireworks are commonly used to mark Halloween and Bonfire Night, but they can cause serious injuries and damage when set off towards people or vehicles. Passing cars may also be put at risk if drivers are startled or visibility is affected.
South Yorkshire Police’s North East Neighbourhood Policing Team covers the area around Spital Hill in Sheffield. Police investigate reports of dangerous behaviour and can arrest suspects while gathering evidence; release on bail means a person is not being held in custody while enquiries continue.