A popular London restaurant has been left severely damaged following a suspected arson attack in the early hours of Halloween morning.
Emergency services were called to the scene on a street in the capital just after 3:30 am on Tuesday, 31 October, to reports of a blaze. Fire crews from the London Fire Brigade battled the flames for several hours to bring the fire under control.
Investigators from the Metropolitan Police have confirmed they are treating the fire as deliberate and suspicious. A crime scene remains in place as forensic officers work to determine the exact cause and circumstances surrounding the incident.
Footage from the scene showed significant damage to the property, with the restaurant's interior and exterior blackened by the intense fire. There were no reports of any injuries, as the premises were closed and unoccupied at the time of the blaze.
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police stated: "We are investigating a suspected arson. There have been no arrests at this early stage, and enquiries continue." The London Fire Brigade also attended and confirmed the fire is being treated as suspicious.
Local residents and business owners have been left shocked by the event. The incident has cast a shadow over the local community, with the damage to the restaurant representing a significant loss.
