Van fire in Bournemouth treated as suspicious

Dorset Police say two people were seen running from the scene

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 1st Aug 2023

A suspicious vehicle fire's being investigated by police in Bournemouth.

A white van was reported as having been set alight at Hood Crescent at 10.30pm on Thursday last week (27th July).

Dorset Police believe the blaze may have been started deliberately.

Two males, aged between 16 and 30 years old and with their hoods up, were seen running from the area.

PC Dan Patrascu, of Bournemouth police, said:

“I am appealing to anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in the area to please come forward.

“Also, I would like to hear from any residents in the wider area who may have captured anything of relevance on home CCTV that may assist my investigation.”

If you can help with any information, you're asked to call Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55230117935.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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