Arson Alert: Four Cars Torched in Early Morning Blaze on Anchor Street
Mystery Man Caught on CCTV Before Fire
Just before dawn on Monday 9 May, a lone figure, believed to be a man, was seen walking down Anchor Street. Minutes later, a fire broke out, damaging four cars.
No Arrests Yet as Police Probe Deliberate Attack
Thankfully, no one was hurt in the blaze. But police are treating the fire as a deliberate act and are on the hunt for the person caught on CCTV.
Police Constable Sarah Holland of Greater Manchester Police’s Oldham district said: “This was a deliberate act that fortunately didn’t result in any injuries. We are keen to speak to the person in the CCTV or anyone who was in the area at the time who may have some information.”
Witnesses Urged to Come Forward
If you’ve got info, dial 101 and quote incident 517 of 09/05/2022. Prefer to stay anonymous? Call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
