Appeal following wilful fire-raising in Armadale

Police in West Lothian are appealing for information following a wilful fire raising in Armadale.

The incident happened around 2.10pm on Sunday, 30 May, 2021 at an address on Lower Bathville.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service attended and extinguished the fire safely and there were no injuries.

The fire is being treated as deliberate.

Detective Constable Marc Lunn, of Livingston CID, said: “Thankfully nobody has been injured as a result of the incident but substantial damage has been caused.

“We are appealing to members of the public who may have noticed anyone acting suspicious in the area to come forward and speak to officers.

“I would ask if anyone has possible dashcam or CCTV footage that could assist with our investigation to contact police.

“Police can be contacted on 101 quoting incident number 2202 of Sunday, 30 May, 2021.”

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