A police investigation has been launched after a flat was “petrol bombed” in a Scots town.
Firefighters raced to the incident on Crossgreen Drive in Uphall, West Lothian, after the alarm was raised at 4.20am. It is believed an accelerant was used to set fire to the door of the property on fire.
Crews attended and there were no injuries. Police say they are currently treating the fire as deliberate.
They are keen to speak to a male seen in the area around the time. He was wearing dark clothing and a balaclava and was heading towards Glebe Avenue.
Images taken in the aftermath of the fire show the front door of the property scorched.
Black smoke can be seen splattered across the exterior walls of the flat as fire crews worked to put the smouldering remains of the blaze out.
Detective Sergeant Derek Smith said: “This incident could have had far more serious consequences had the occupant not managed to escape safely and alert the emergency services. It’s vital we trace the person responsible for this reckless act.
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“I’m urging anyone with information, or who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area, to come forward. I’d also ask anyone with CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage of the area around the time to review this for anything which may assist our investigation.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 0353 of 16 May, 2026. Alternatively, you can speak anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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