AN appeal has been launched after a truck was “deliberately” set on fire in Ayr.
Officers were alerted to the incident that happened on Prestwick Road near to Lisburn Road around 9.20pm on Thursday.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene and extinguished the Ford flatbed pickup truck.
Police confirmed no one was injured as a result of the “reckless” incident.
The force is now appealing for anyone who may have information to come forward.
Detective constable Michael Grant commented: “Thankfully no one was hurt as a result of this reckless act.
“We are treating the fire as deliberate and are asking anyone with any information to come forward and speak to officers.
“I would ask if you noticed anyone acting suspicious in the area to get in contact with police and I would also appeal to anyone who has possible dashcam or CCTV footage that may be able to assist us with our enquiries.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident number 3853 of May 16.
“Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”
