Police appeal after arson attack in Alton
Police are appealing for witnesses after an arson attack outside a shop in Alton.
Between 1am and 1.20am on Friday, May 13, large waste bins at the back of the Londis shop in Southview Rise, were set on fire.
Damage was caused to the lower storeys of the building and people living above the shop were put at significant risk of harm.
PC Duncan Filer said: “Fortunately no one was hurt as a result of this fire, but it could have been a very different situation had the fire not been extinguished quickly.
“I am urging anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area around the Londis shop in the early hours of Friday to contact me.”
Can you help?
Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Filer at Alton police station on 101 or call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111. Mini-Com users can call 01962 875000. From outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, please call 0845 045 45 45. To contact an officer please use our Contact an Officer Form
