Police are searching for two men who tried to torch a North Yorkshire petrol station.
The attempted arson attack took place at The Dales Market corner petrol station in Pateley Bridge.
It happened yesterday (Sunday, 14 May) between 1.45am and 2.45am.
Two men were caught on CCTV putting a backpack in the petrol station forecourt and setting it alight.
Fortunately, the backpack fire went out on its own.
The same afternoon officers arrested a 36-year-old man on suspicion of arson and criminal damage. He was interviewed and later released on conditional bail.
Officers are now appealing to members of the public to get in touch if they have any information which may assist with the ongoing investigation – including being able to identify the man in the images above.
Detective Inspector Jill Cowling from Harrogate CID said: “We’re treating this incident as deliberate, and enquiries are continuing.
“Thankfully no one was injured, but we will be increasing police activity in the area to provide additional reassurance to the public.
“As part of the ongoing police investigation I’m now appealing for people to come forward about any suspicious activity at the location on the night of Saturday 13 and in the early hours of Sunday 14 May 2023.”
If you can help police, you can contact them on the numbers below.
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How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Jill Cowling
- Email Jill Cowling here
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12230086186