Police car set on fire in Alton
A witness appeal has been launched after a police car was set on fire in Alton.
The incident took place between 9.14pm and 9.37pm on Monday, 14 February, in the car park at Alton Police station.
A man entered the car park and was seen to throw an object towards a marked police car. The car then set alight.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service attended and dealt with the fire.
The police car was burnt out and no-one was injured.
Officers are keen to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious or has any information.
Were you in the following areas in Alton between 8.20pm and 10.30pm on Monday, 14 February?
Butts Road
High Street
Paper Mill Lane
Mill Lane
Drayman’s Way
Turk Street
Lower Turk Street
Ashdell Road
A 35-year-old man from Alton has been arrested on suspicion of arson.
He has been questioned by officers and released under investigation while enquiries continue.
Anyone with any information should contact Hampshire Police on 101 quoting 44220063354.
Alternatively people can call Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.