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Suspected arson at a Southport property
DETECTIVES in Sefton are appealing for
information following a suspected arson, that happened in Southport, on 17 May
2016. It is reported to us, via Merseyside Police that they were called to an
incident by Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service following a fire at an address on
Castle Walk. The local crew is reported to have attended just after 7.30am,
following reports of a fire at a flat. Police Officers then attended and a
search of the area was carried out. A full forensic examination of the scene has
now also taken place. We are told that house to house enquiries have been
carried out and CCTV opportunities are currently being explored. Merseyside
Police said:- "No one was injured during the incident." with
Detective Constable Adam Youds adding:- "We are treating this fire as
suspicious and urge anyone with any information about this incident to call us
so we can take action against the offender or offenders. Any fire has the
potential to cause loss of life and it is fortunate that no one was injured, or
worse." Anyone with any information about this incident is asked
to contact Sefton CID, on:- 0151 777 3837 or call the charity Crimestoppers,
anonymously on:- 0800 555 111. |
