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Police are appealing for witnesses, information and CCTV footage following a suspected arson series in Stevenage.
Between 1.20am and 2.25am today (Tuesday 8 October), it was reported that three vehicles were set alight on Vardon Road, Jessop Road and Canterbury Way.
The fires then spread to several other vehicles before the suspect(s) made off in an unknown direction.
No injuries were reported.
Road closures were put in place to allow emergency services to deal with the fires and carry out their enquiries. Jessop Road remains closed at this time.
Detective Constable Christopher Jones, from the Stevenage Local Crime Unit, said: “I appreciate the nature of this incident will be concerning to the local community and devastating for the victims, and we are doing all we can to trace those responsible.
“I am urging anyone with information to please come forward. Did you see anyone acting suspiciously in the area at the time, or have any CCTV or doorbell footage that could assist the investigation?
“Additionally, if your car was damaged and you haven’t yet spoken to police, please get in touch.
“I can be contacted via email with any information, no matter how small or insignificant you think the details you have may be.”
You can also report information online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting ISR 027 of 8 October, 2024.
Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.