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Debbie Hall

West Lothian police hunt pair after deliberate fire

Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following a deliberate fire last night.

Fire crews rushed to Norman Rise in Dedridge at 11.15pm after reports of a blaze.

The fire was quickly extinguished and no-one was injured.

Enquiries have established that two people were seen in the area around the time of the incident.

The first suspect is described as white, of medium build, medium height and was wearing a grey hooded top, with the hood up, and carrying a rucksack on their back.

A second suspect is described as white, of medium build, medium height and was wearing a black jacket with the hood up.

Detective Sergeant Jamie Duthie, of Livingston CID, said: “Thankfully nobody has been injured 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.

“We are also keen to hear from anyone with potential private CCTV or video doorbell footage.”

Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 3691 of 22 February 2022, or call the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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