Falkirk folk urged to report firework idiots in run up to Bonfire Night

Crimestoppers, supported by the Scottish Government’s Building Safer Communities, aims to raise awareness of firework misuse and deliberate fire-setting and is encouraging the public to contact the charity 100 per cent anonymously if they know or suspect someone involved in this practice.

Firework misuse can have a massive impact on communities in Scotland with some local areas experiencing serious anti-social behaviour and risk to life linked to fireworks.

Last year’s campaign saw a dramatic drop in the number of reported incidents with local partners and communities joining together to share the message about risks and penalties around firework misuse.

Crimestoppers’ national manager Angela Parker said: “With no public displays this year, some communities could be at increased risk of serious firework misuse and deliberate fire-setting.

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“Firework misuse puts people, property and pets at risk. We have devised a campaign that will enable local people to fully understand the penalties.

“Last year, we received 63 pieces of information that helped prevent attacks, fire-setting and serious misuse. Together we can make Bonfire Night safer for everyone.”

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