VANDALS torched a wheelie bin in Widnes.

Firefighters used water backpacks to put out the fire in Stewards Avenue shortly after 8pm last night.

A spokesman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “This fire is believed to have been started deliberately.

“If you have any information that could help find those responsible please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Alternatively, anyone with information can call Cheshire Police on 101.