A teenager has been arrested and charged after a fire was reported at a golf course in Troon

A blaze broke out near Troon Darley Golf Course on Wednesday.

Police and fire crews were called to the scene to deal with the incident.


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Officers say a 16-year-old male has been arrested and charged in connection with the fire.

Following the incident, police sent out a specialist team on quad bike patrol to guard the area after the fire.

Ayr Advertiser: Officers were out in the area.Officers were out in the area. (Image: Police Scotland)

​A Police Scotland spokespersons said: “Around 7.35pm on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, police on patrol were made aware of a fire at a golf course in Troon, which took place earlier that afternoon.

"A 16-year-old male was arrested and charged in connection with the matter, and will be reported to the relevant authorities.”