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Kathleen Speirs

Police release CCTV image of man in 'reckless' Dumbarton fire probe

Police have released a photo today of a man they believe might have information about a fire in West Dumbartonshire.

The blaze rippled through a business premises on Ash Road in Dumbarton.

Officers investigating the incident are treating it as wilful fire raising.

Police slammed the deliberate fire on Ash Road in Dumbarton as 'dangerous and reckless' (Google)

Fire crews were able to douse the flames and fortunately no one was injured.

Police would now like to speak to the man, shown in the released CCTV image, as they think he may have information that could help their enquiries into the incident at 10pm on Thursday, July 18.

The man is described as white, of medium build and in his late teens to early 20s.

He is pictured wearing a grey coloured tracksuit.

Detective Constable Adam McCreery said: “Deliberately starting fires is dangerous and reckless and it is fortunate that no one was hurt.

"I’d urge anyone who recognises the man in the image, and who can identity and help trace his current whereabouts, to come forward as soon as possible in order to assist our investigation.”

"Those with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 and quote incident number 4307.

"Information can also be given to the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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