Shropshire Star

Vehicles fire could be arson

Police are searching for a suspected arsonist after vehicles were set on fire at a car repair garage.

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Officers have appealed for witnesses following the blaze at a premises in Llanymynech on Monday night.

It took almost an hour to bring the fire at the Pant Motor Bodies headquarters under control. Two fire crews tackled the fire, following a 999 call at 9.50pm. Fire investigation officers were also on scene.

Shropshire Fire and Rescue service said six cars were involved in the blaze which spread to fascia and soffit boards of an end of terrace property.

No-one was injured.

West Mercia police said they were treating the blaze as suspected arson.

Detective Sergeant David Meyer of West Mercia Police said "Fortunately no-one was injured in this incident, however substantial damage has been caused to the both the vehicles and a nearby property.

"We are still conducting enquiries in order to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident and are eager to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or may have been travelling on North Road on Monday evening and saw anyone acting suspiciously to get in touch as soon as possible."

Anyone with information is asked to contact West Mercia Police on 101 quoting reference 744s of 18 September or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Staff at the company did not want to comment.