On Thursday 2nd December at approximately 10.30pm, we received a call regarding a house fire at Mill Close, Thornton.

The fire caused damage to the property but thankfully, no one was injured.

Lancashire Constabulary and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service will jointly investigate as it is believed that the fire was started deliberately.

We are appealing for any relevant CCTV, ring Doorbell or dash cam footage taken between 10pm and 11pm in the area. This includes Fleetwood Rd South, Amounderness Way and the area around Norcross Roundabout.

If you live nearby or believe you can help, please check your footage and upload it.

You can also call 101 or report online quoting log number LC-20211202-1515.

Anonymous information can be provided through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.