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Bothwell: UK's 'Firebomb Capital' Faces Arson Crisis

2/17/2026

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Story summary
  • Bothwell, near Glasgow, has seen 27 arson incidents since 2021, earning it the nickname 'firebomb capital of the UK'.
  • Only one suspect has been identified despite the attacks affecting local businesses and homes.
  • Several targeted businesses were linked to a local figure with a controversial past, fueling residents' fears of reprisals.
  • Some community members remain hopeful and urge the council to install CCTV on Main Street.