A CHILDREN'S playground has been destroyed after a fire cause £6,000 worth of damage.

Police are investigating the fire at the playground in Lynton Way, Bleak Hill.

Anyone who may be able to help the police with their inquiries can contact the Incident Management Unit at St Helens police station on 0151 777 6969, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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