FIREFIGHTERS were called after a wheelie bin was torched in Widnes.

Crews were called to Barnes Road, Widnes shortly before 9.30pm on Friday (May 31), after a report of a wheelie bin fire.

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Firefighters used a hose reel jet to put out the blaze which was started deliberately.

  • Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101.