Police are treating a car fire which spread to multiple vehicles as arson after a bike rider reportedly smashed the window first.
The force had been called to the “suspected arson” in Grove Crescent, Croxley Green, alongside Herts Fire and Rescue at 2.18am today (June 29).
It was reported that a black Audi in the road caught light, with the blaze spreading from there, after a man broke the window.
The suspect was described as wearing dark clothing and riding a Sur-Ron electric bike.
A Herts Police spokesperson said: “The local neighbourhood policing team will be carrying out additional reassurance patrols in the area and anyone with concerns is asked to please speak with officers.
“Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is asked to report via 101 or online, quoting 41/60621/26.”
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Two fire engines were spotted at the scene, alongside at least three police vehicles.
A Herts Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: "Two fire engines from Watford fire station were sent to the scene, where crews found a car well alight at the side of the road.
"Firefighters extinguished the fire, which was all out by 2.32am. Nobody was hurt. The cause of the fire is being investigated this morning."
No injuries have been reported.
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