An investigation has been launched after a fire ripped through a storage unit causing thousands of pounds' worth of damage.

The blaze occurred at a business premises in Ash Road, Hartley, on June 4 at around 5.20pm.

Officers are treating the fire as suspicious and have been conducting door-to-door inquiries and retrieved CCTV as part of the investigation.

The incident is believed to have caused thousands of pounds’ worth of damage.

Police are urging any witnesses who have not yet come forward to call and provide any information that could assist with inquiries.

Anyone in the area at that time or who has information should call police on 01622 604100 quoting crime reference 46/100347/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org

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