VANDALS have torched a children's play area in Warrington.

Fire crews were called to Peel Hall park at 8.30pm yesterday, Thursday.

A spokesman for Warrington Fire Station said: "Not only is this causing damage to the play area it makes the appliance unavailable to attend other serious incidents."

Anyone with information can call Cheshire Police on 101.

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Or Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555111.