Wilful fireraising on Blackstoun Oval, Paisley

Detectives in Paisley are appealing for information after a fire was set at a property in Blackstoun Oval in Paisley on Friday, 8 July.

Around 2.05pm on Friday afternoon, officers were called to the flat after the front door was set on fire and it was established that the fire was deliberate.

Detective Sergeant Stephen Knox said: “Luckily no one was injured during this incident, but it could have been much more serious. 

“We are working to trace whoever is responsible and we have been carrying out enquiries and checking CCTV from in and around the local area. 

“I would urge anyone who witnessed anything suspicious or who has information or personal footage that may assist our investigation to contact 101 quoting reference 1762 of 8 July.  Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”