ARSONISTS have set fire to a jetty in an Oxford nature reserve.

Flames tore through the wooden structure at Rivermead Nature Park, near Rose Hill, on Sunday after reportedly being set alight by vandals.

Oxford Mail:

Pictures, captured by Dane Paintin, captured the dramatic moments smoke billowed into the air as flames took hold.

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Firefighters were scrambled to Oxford nature park when it happened about 5.10pm.

Oxford Mail:

Thames Valley Police confirmed it is investigating the reports of arson.

No arrests have been made and anyone with any details is asked to contact police on 101.