Northampton arson investigation launched after Range Rover and house damaged in blaze

Fire crews tackle blaze on driveway in early hours of the morning
By Kevin Nicholls
Published 3rd Feb 2022, 07:18 BST
Updated 3rd Feb 2022, 07:42 BST
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Investigators launched an arson probe after a Range Rover was severely damaged by fire in Northampton during the early hours of Wednesday (February 2).

Firefighters from The Mounts and Mereway rushed to the vehicle parked on a drive in Lancaster Way at 12.30am. A nearby property also suffered minor damage.

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A spokesman for Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service said: "On arrival, crews found a Range Rover well alight and close to the house.

Firefighters tackled a blazing Range Rover in Lancaster Way in the early hours of Wednesday morningFirefighters tackled a blazing Range Rover in Lancaster Way in the early hours of Wednesday morning
Firefighters tackled a blazing Range Rover in Lancaster Way in the early hours of Wednesday morning

"Crews requested the attendance of Northamptonshire Police as initial investigations appeared to indicate that the fire was started deliberately.

"Severe damage was caused to the engine compartment of the Range Rover and there was minor damage to the front of the domestic property it was parked next to.

"Anyone with information is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 22000063927 or, alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111."