Detectives in Poole are appealing for witnesses and information after an alleged arson attack on two cars in the Rossmore area ofthe town – with one man being arrested.

 

The incident reportedlyoccurred at around 10pm on Wednesday 25 July 2012 outside a house on Trinidad Crescent.

 

The alleged offendertargeted two vehicles – a silver Vauxhall Vectra registered to a Pooleman, and a black Fiat 500 registered to a Poolewoman, both of which were parked directly outside the property. 

 

Detective ConstableShanena Stewart, of Poole CID, said: “This is a serious incident which hascaused a large amount of damage and left a family without any transport.

 

“Thanks to theprompt attendance of Dorset Fire and Rescue Service, further damage wasprevented and thankfully nobody was hurt.

 

“We would like tospeak to anyone who may have been in the area around this time or mayhave any information connected to this incident.”

 

A 33-year-old man from Poole has been arrested and bailed pending furtherenquiries.

 

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting incidentnumber 25:629. Alternatively, call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply.