Shed and doorway set alight in 'targeted' fires at four properties in Aberdeen

A doorway and a shed were set on alight during a spate of “targeted” wilful fires at properties in Aberdeen.

Three of the incidents happened between 11pm on July 4 and 4.30am on July 5.

An exterior doorway was set on fire at a property on Cummings Park Crescent, while a shed was set alight on Provost Rust Drive, and a small fire was set at a property on Birkhall Parade.

Another fire was set at a property also on Provost Rust Drive around 3am on July 6.

All fires were extinguished by firefighters, and no injuries were reported.

Police say they believe the fires were targeted and are all linked.

Detective sergeant Niall Mullen added: “Thankfully, no one was harmed as a result of these fires however these were reckless acts, and we are carrying out a number of enquiries to establish the full circumstances.

“We believe these fires were targeted and are all linked. There is no further risk to the wider public.

“I would appeal to anyone who was in the area around these times and may have witnessed anything to please contact us.

“In addition, anyone with private CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage is asked to get in touch as this may be able to assist our investigation. Dedicated patrols will remain in these areas throughout the coming days and nights.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101 quoting incident 4207 of July 4, 2025. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111 where you can remain anonymous.