DETECTIVES investigating an arson attack on a house in Runcorn are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Vandals set fire to the front door of a terrace house on Canon Street shortly before 10pm last night.
Police officers are particularly keen to speak to a man, believed to be aged in his 60s, who alerted people to the fire.
Detective Constable Lucy Kennedy, of Runcorn CID, said: “Thankfully no one was inside the house at the time of the attack.
"At this stage we’re currently following a number of lines of enquiry and as part of our investigation we’re really keen to speak to a man who alerted residents nearby to the fire.
“If this is you please come forward as you may be able to help us find those responsible. I would also urge anyone who may have any information to report it to us on 101.”
Anyone with any information should call Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 58775 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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