Cops in firebug hunt after electricity box and phone mast torched in Johnstone

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Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A reckless firebug caused thousands of pounds worth of damage after torching a mobile phone mast and electricity box.Emergency crews raced to Thorn Hill, in Johnstone, after reports of a blaze at around 11.30pm on Wednesday.A bin was deliberately set alight next to the electrical box and quickly spread to the mast, investigators said.It was established that the fire had been started deliberately and detectives were brought in.Cops said the estimated damage is likely to run into thousands of pounds but have yet to establish an exact cost.It is understood a person dressed entirely in black was spotted close to the scene around the fire, who officers are.