Police seek witnesses to spate of arson in Crewe

 

Police in Crewe are investigating a spate of car fires reported in the early hours of Saturday 19 May.
Seven cars were targeted between 3.15am and 3.45am. The offenders struck in Coronation Street, Lime Tree Avenue, Hillside Drive, Queen Street and Newfield Drive.
There were no reported injuries.
Police are linking the incidents and the fires are being treated as suspicious.
Crewe Neighbourhood Policing Inspector Andy Smith said: "This type of incident is rare in Crewe and we are providing reassurance patrols in the area affected.
"The cost of this mindless vandalism may run into thousands because in some cases their vehicles have been completely destroyed. Those who needed their vehicles for their business have been significantly affected.
"We would urge anyone with information to contact police so that we can bring to justice the people responsible for this mindless act."
Anyone with any information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 183 of 19 May 2012.
Alternatively information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.