A NEW trampoline in a Malton playpark was set fire to in an act of arson at the weekend.
Ryedale Police said that at around 9pm last night (Sunday July 21), fire services were called to the Rainbow Lane play area.
The trampoline - which has only recently been installed as part of the ongoing upgrade of community facilities in the park - had been set alight.
Police said: "NYP are now investigating and are appealing for anybody who witnessed it to come forward. If you have any information please contact NYP on 101 quoting reference 12190132690."
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