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Classroom badly damaged in arson attack

by isleofman.com 6th April 2009

Police have renewed their appeal for witnesses following an arson attack at a primary school on Friday night.

A silver Land Rover Freelander was stolen and later found burnt out in the grounds of Ashley Hill Primary School in Onchan.

A classroom wall was seriously damaged in the fire.

Police are keen to speak to anybody who saw the vehicle on Friday night.

Acting Inspector Chris Cain says it was a highly reckless act of damage and a very unusual incident for the Isle of Man, adding those responsible would have known the fire would damage the school's nursery wall because the vehicle was very close to the building.

The Land Rover was stolen from Briarfield Avenue in Onchan between 8.30 and 9.10pm.

It was completely gutted by the time fire officers got to the school at about 1am on Saturday.

Witnesses are urged to call Police Headquarters on 631212, or the anonymous Crimestoppers number, which is 0800 555 111.

Posted by isleofman.com
Monday 6th, April 2009 01:51pm.

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