West Lothian dog park 'targeted by youths' as fire crews called to scene
The Paw Park in Broxburn saw their shelter become 'charred remains', after a blaze broke out within it. Images from the incident show flames engulfing the shelter, with black smoke billowing into the sky on Monday evening.
Owners said their park, The Meadow, was closed with 'immediate effect'. They said youths were seen in the vicinity of the field around the time of the incident.
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Posting to Facebook, The Paw Park said: "Unfortunately due to vandalism, the Meadow has been closed with immediate effect and until the charred remains of the shelter can be removed and the area made safe for dogs and owners.
"We have been made aware that several youths were seen in the vicinity of the field earlier this evening and we would ask if anyone has any further information to please get in touch with us directly. A huge thanks to the local fire brigade for bringing the fire under control so quickly, what an absolute waste of time, money and resources."
Locals were quick to comment with disappointment. One posted: "This is an absolutely disgusting! What is wrong with people!"
Another added: "So gutted for you guys and disgusted that people would do this."
A third commented: "Really sorry to read this. I just don't understand what anyone gets out of doing this."
Edinburgh Live has approached the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service for comment.
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