CHESHIRE Fire has condemned callous youths who targeted Winsford crews with stones on bonfire night.

Emergency services revealed there were incidents of disorder and criminal damage which led to robust action taken by police officers to arrest offenders and issue dispersal notices.

However they have thanked the majority of the community for enjoying the firework displays which overall ‘went well’.

Colin Heyes, arson reduction manager for Cheshire Fire, said: “Targeting firefighters when they are doing their job is simply not acceptable.

“Apart from these two incidents the period went well. Looking at the figures, it appears that we were not as busy as in previous years, so I would like to thank everyone who took our advice and went to an organised display.

“This advice clearly helped to keep the figures down but more importantly kept everyone safe."

Anyone with information relating to assault or damage to vehicles are asked to call 101 or alternatively Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.