Six youths charged in connection with Portlethen Moss wilful fire

Six youths have been charged in connection with a wilful fire at Portlethen Moss on Saturday, 10 May, 2025.

Emergency services were called to an open area of land near the A92 around 4.25pm.

The fire was fully extinguished by 9.30pm and there were no reports of injuries.

The boys, all aged 13 and 14, will be reported to Youth Justice Management Unit in connection with the incident.

Inspector James Nicholson said: “This incident had a significant impact in the area and I’d like to thank the local community and emergency service partners for their assistance.

“With the recent dry weather there is already a higher risk of wildfires and emergency services are extremely busy. I’d urge everyone to consider their actions and the implications they may have.”