Arson investigation underway near Catterick

An object on fire was thrown into a house in Colburn early on Monday

Officers want to speak to the person seen in this CCTV image
Author: Jonny FreemanPublished 4th Jan 2023

Police are investigating a suspected arson at a North Yorkshire home.

An object on fire was thrown at a house on Fifth Avenue in Colburn near Catterick early on Monday morning.

No one was injured but officers have started an investigation into what happened.

They want to identify the person shown in the CCTV image above.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson issued this statement:

"Officers are appealing for anyone who may have information about the incident or saw anything suspicious in the area around the time of the incident.

"We’re also asking for anyone who could identify a person pictured on CCTV, dressed in grey clothing with a hood up who was spotted in the area at the time.

"If you recognise the individual or have any other information which could help our investigation, please get in touch by emailing Eleanor.harder@northyorkshire.police.uk or call 101 and ask for 893 Eleanor Harder.

"Please quote reference number 12230000600 when passing on information.

"If you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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