iStockPolice are looking to speak with a man after a car was “significantly damaged” in a deliberate blaze in Aberdeenshire.
Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 4.30am on Friday, January 5.
Police confirmed that a grey BMW 730 Sport was significantly damaged in a “wilful fire-raising” on Westshore Gardens in Fraserburgh.
Officers said they are keen to speak with a man seen in the area at the time of the incident.
He is described as being of medium build and was wearing a black jacket with a distinctive emblem on the right sleeve, dark trousers, dark trainers and a black hat.
Police asked anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward, adding that the incident posed a risk to neighbouring properties and vehicles.
Detective sergeant Richard Cooper said: “Our enquiries are ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who saw anything suspicious to contact us.
“This incident took place within a built-up residential area, posing a risk to neighbouring properties and vehicles so I urge anyone with information to get in touch.
“Anyone who can assist is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting CR/0005466/24 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.“
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