West Lothian police appeal following suspicious fire in Blackburn

Police in West Lothian are appealing for witnesses following a suspicious fire at a business in Blackburn.
By The Newsroom
Published 3rd Nov 2016, 12:12 BST
Updated 16th Nov 2016, 15:37 BST

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Police are appealing for information following a fire. Picture; Malcolm McCurrachPolice are appealing for information following a fire. Picture; Malcolm McCurrach
Police are appealing for information following a fire. Picture; Malcolm McCurrach

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The incident happened around 5.30 a.m. on Thursday November 3 at the GTS Auto care premises in the Mosshall Industrial Estate.

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Significant damage was cause to the building after a bin was pushed against the entrance and set alight.

A nearby vehicle was also vandalised after having its rear window smashed.

Officers are now urging anyone who can assist with their inquiries to come forward.

Detective Constable Iain Duncan from Livingston CID said: “Thankfully no one was injured as a result of these fires and the fire service was able to quickly bring them under control.

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“However, the consequences could have been far worse had the flames managed to spread further and we are pursuing a number of lines of inquiry to trace those responsible.

“We are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen anything suspicious around Mosshall area of Blackburn during the early hours of Thursday morning, or similarly, anyone with information that can help us identify those responsible.”

Those with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 or the charity Crimestoppers in confidence and complete anonymity on 0800 555 111.