Four youths charged over alleged wilful fire raising at disused Aberdeen school

Four youths have been charged following alleged wilful fire-raising and vandalism at the old Torry Academy building in Aberdeen.

Incidents were reported at the unused site at Tullos Circle on Sunday afternoon by concerned members of the public.

Police along with the fire service attended and an investigation launched.

Two males aged 15, together with a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old have since been charged.

Police said they will be reported to the relevant authority in due course.

Sergeant Graeme Smith, of the Torry community policing team, said: “I would like to thank the local residents who assisted with our inquiries.

Their information was invaluable.”