Merseyside Police have issued a CCTV appeal following an arson attack in which a BMW was set ablaze in Wallasey. The incident occurred at approximately 10:15pm on Monday, May 4, on Brighton Street, where a blue BMW was reported to be on fire.
Deliberate Fire Confirmed by Investigators
A joint investigation by Merseyside Police and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service determined that the fire had been started deliberately and that an accelerant was used. Police have stated that extensive enquiries have been conducted into the incident.
On Thursday, July 2, police released a CCTV image of a man who they believe could assist with their investigation. Detective Inspector Andrew Schofield emphasised the severity of the act, stating: “To set a vehicle alight is reckless in the extreme and put anyone in the vicinity at serious risk. We are determined to find the person responsible and enquiries are ongoing.”
Appeal for Information
DI Schofield added: “I am appealing to the man featured in this image, or anyone who recognises him, to come forward. We believe he could hold information that could be vital to our continuing enquiries.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact Merseyside Police via their social media desk on X or Facebook @MerPolCC, or report information through their website at https://www.merseyside.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/. Alternatively, individuals can call 101 quoting incident reference 26000353072. The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously.
