Police are appealing for witnesses following a suspicious fire in Mayfield which took place around 1 p.m. on Tuesday 21st November at the McSence Business Park.

A Renault Master van was set alight resulting in significant damage being caused to the vehicle.

Inquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible and anyone with information is asked to come forward.

Inspector Jim Morrison from Dalkeith Police Station said: “This has been a reckless act of destruction that could have had far worse consequences had the fire spread.

“As part of this investigation we are keen to trace three youths who were seen in the area at the time of the incident and so anyone who can help us trace these individuals is urged to contact police immediately.

“In addition, anyone with any further information relevant to this inquiry should also get in touch.”

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John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.