British Transport Police investigate fires set near railway lines in Sheffield
Flames were spotted late on Tuesday night in the Beighton Rail Yard area
British Transport Police say they're investigating a series of fires near railway lines in Sheffield - which they think were started deliberately.
Flames were spotted at around 9:45pm Tuesday night (June 16) in the Beighton Rail Yard area.
A similar fire was reported at 6pm on June 6, with another breaking out at around 8pm on March 11.
Some disused equipment was damaged but nobody was hurt.
British Transport Police Sergeant Roy Percival said: “While our enquiries are ongoing, our belief is that the timing and proximity of the incidents means these fires are very likely being started deliberately by the same group or individual."
"Anyone trespassing into the area risks incredibly serious harm to themselves and others through that alone.
"Fire makes the risk to life, surrounding property and railway infrastructure even more significant and puts other members of the public in danger.
"We are increasing patrols in the area and working with our partners at South Yorkshire Police and Network Rail to gather more information.
"Those involved could be teenagers and so I’d urge parents locally to speak to their children if they are out at night, and to ask them about what they are doing and where they are going.
"The consequences of railway trespass don’t bear thinking about, and one small mistake can easily lead to death or life-changing injuries. We are taking this matter incredibly seriously and will take strong enforcement action against anyone involved.”