South Yorkshire arsonist set fire to fittings at property

Colin Kirk, aged 48, of Doe Quarry Place, Dinnington, Rotherham, has admitted recklessly setting fire to the interior fittings of the Guiness Housing Association property on June 8, according to a Sheffield Crown Court hearing.

Andrew Bailey, defending, told the hearing on September 2 that the case was previously adjourned for psychiatric and probation reports and a further psychiatric report will be needed as it seems highly likely a medical disposal will have to be considered in this case.

Mr Bailey requested a four-week adjournment so a further psychiatric report could be prepared.

Recorder Darren Preston agreed to adjourn the case until September 30 so such a report could be prepared before sentencing. Kirk was remanded in custody.