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Arsonists blamed for Telford Ford Mondeo blaze

A car was targeted in an arson attack in Telford.

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The Ford Mondeo was set alight in Brecknock Court, Leegomery, just after 11.30pm last night.

Firefighters and police officers attended the scene and it is believed that the fire was started deliberately.

West Mercia Duty Inspector Jane Fitzpatrick said: "We got a call just after 11.30pm about a car on fire.

"Officers recorded the incident as a crime and we are investigating it as an arson."

Craig Jackson, from Wellington Fire Station, said: "The incident is under investigation.

"The fire was involved in the engine bay. We believe it was deliberate.

"The car was parked on the road and didn't cause any other damage."

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