Derwent kitchens hit by microwave arson
Residents of Derwent C and D blocks face discipinary action after a series of explosive incidents involving foodstuffs in their microwaves.
During the early hours of Friday January 18, a can, a bottle of gin and a variety of foods were exploded in microwaves in the block kitchens, causing extensive damage. Derwent Provost Ron Weir warned: “If the facilities continue to be used inappropriately, they will be removed,” while Administrator Chris Unwin told residents that “these incidents are highly dangerous and whoever is responsible is putting the lives of their fellow residents, at risk.” A culprit is yet to be identified.
