AN empty building in Christchurch was set alight last week – and police are appealing for witnesses.

A fire was reported at a property in Salisbury Road, Burton at around 9.45pm on December 5.

“Following enquiries, it is believed someone kicked the door down to gain entry to the property and started a fire deliberately,” a spokesperson said.

PC Jack Honnywill, of Bournemouth Police, said: “As part of my investigation, I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in relation to the building fire in Salisbury Road.

“I would ask motorists with a dashcam travelling in the area of the Christchurch Bypass around the relevant time on Thursday evening to please check their footage for anything that may assist my enquiries.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police via their website or by calling 101, using reference number 55240186766.

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