Police have issued an appeal A GROUP of youths set off fireworks and hurled missiles at attending police officers. Officers are appealing for information after reports of a large group of yobs caused nuisance and anti-social behaviour in Newton-le-Willows yesterday, Thursday evening. Police received numerous calls about a group who had gathered on foot and on scrambler bikes on Raleigh Close, close to Vulcan Sports Club. It was reported the yobs were setting off fireworks and causing anti-social behaviour. When patrols arrived missiles were thrown at officers before the group broke up at around 6pm. CCTV enquiries are being carried out in the local area and investigation is under way.