Appeal following vehicle fires in Hamilton

Officers are appealing for information following vehicle fires in Hamilton on Tuesday, 26 August.

The incident happened around 11.20pm on Roseberry Place when a white Mercedes Saloon was deliberately set on fire which then spread to a blue Renault Clio and a white Renault van.

The fires were put out by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

Detective Constable Andrew Sinclair said: “Fortunately no one was injured by the reckless actions of whoever was responsible.

“Enquiries are ongoing and we are asking for the help of the public.

“Please check any private CCTV or dash-cam footage that you might have to see if anything has been captured that could assist with our investigation.”

Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3924 of Tuesday, 26 August, 2025, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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