by Tom Walsh
Police in Hartlepool are appealing for witnesses to an arson attack on a caravan to come forward.
The incident took place on Camerons Holdings, in Mainsforth Terrace, on 19 January and saw flames spread to an oil storage tank and damage part of a building used by businesses on the site, the Hartlepool Mail reports.
Thanks to the quick response of the fire service a crew was able to put out the blaze before it could do more damage to the rest of the premises.
An investigation determined that the fire was started deliberately and now police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Witnesses can get in touch with detective constable Simon Clark of Hartlepool Police on the 101 while they can also ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
This incident is one of a number to happen in recent months and highlights the need for caravan owners to be extra vigilant when leaving their vehicle unattended.
