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Fahad Tariq

Nissan torched on Lanarkshire street 'extensively damaged' in deliberate attack

Police are hunting a hooded man dressed in black after a Nissan X-Trail was set on fire on a Lanarkshire street over the weekend.

The vehicle has been left 'extensively damaged' after being torched at around 12am on Saturday, April 15. The deliberate attack unfolded on Clunie Place, in Coatbridge.

An appeal has now been launched to trace a man believed to have headed in the direction of Burleigh Street.

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Detective Constable David Forde, of Coatbridge CID, said: “Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.

“We are looking to identify a man seen at the time. He is described as of slim build and was wearing all back clothing with his hood up. Enquiries so far have established that he went in the direction of Burleigh Street.

“I would ask anyone who may have seen anyone in this area before or afterwards to get in touch with police."

Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting reference number 0043 of Saturday, April 15.

Alternatively, details can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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