Abandoned car destroyed by fire in Redlynch

Local residents called emergency services after hearing an explosion

Author: Henrietta CreaseyPublished 4th Feb 2021
Last updated 4th Feb 2021

Fire-fighters were called to Muddyford Road in the village just after 11:30pm last night.(3rd Feb).

On arrival the crew found a vehicle 'well and truly alight' in a wooded area of the country lane.

It's believed the vehicle was abandoned and deliberately set alight.

Wiltshire Police are investigating.

"Our enquiries are ongoing to establish if the vehicle, a Skoda hatchback, was stolen and anyone with any information is asked to call 101 and quote log 340 of yesterday’s date."