White van spotted selling fireworks to children

A white van selling fireworks to children has been spotted on several Preston estates.
LEP - BONFIRE NIGHT 2015
Families and friends gather for the annual bonfire and fireworks display at Preston Grasshoppers Rugby Football Club, Preston.LEP - BONFIRE NIGHT 2015
Families and friends gather for the annual bonfire and fireworks display at Preston Grasshoppers Rugby Football Club, Preston.
LEP - BONFIRE NIGHT 2015 Families and friends gather for the annual bonfire and fireworks display at Preston Grasshoppers Rugby Football Club, Preston.

Trading standards posted on its Facebook page Scambuster Stan that this has led to several reports of anti-social behaviour involving fireworks.

The post also says: “If you see anyone selling fireworks to underage people, please report it to the police on 101, or to me at [email protected].

“Lets stay safe on the build up to Bonfire Night.”

The law says it is illegal to buy ‘adult’ fireworks if you’re under 18-years-old.

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