E-fits released as part of investigation into arson attack in Bletchley which left property ‘unsafe to live in’
Police have released e-fits as part of an investigation into an arson attack in Bletchley which left a property ‘unsafe to live in.’
The emergency services were called to a property on Hexham Gardens at around 1am on Tuesday July 14, after a fire which involved a vehicle parked on a driveway.
Thames Valley Police said the incident caused ‘significant damage’ to the vehicle and the adjoining property, which was left ‘unsafe to live in.’
The property affected was the home of Dawn and Mark Allen, who founded childhood cancer charity The Henry Allen Trust in 2014.
Dawn wrote in a Facebook post the following day: “Mark’s car caught fire outside our home, on our drive, and within moments the flames spread, causing extensive damage to our house.
“Thank you {to our neighbours} for raising the alarm, calling the fire brigade, helping us, and making sure we were safe.
“Your quick actions may well have saved our lives, and we will never forget your kindness, courage and support.”
Police said that the occupants suffered minor smoke inhalation.
Investigating officer PC Ben Chandler said: “We are releasing these e-fit images as we believe the two men depicted may have information that could assist our investigation.
"If you recognise either of these men please get in touch with Thames Valley Police."
Police have described the first man as white, aged between 20 and 25, around 5ft 8ins to 5ft 9ins tall, and of a stocky build.
He had dark hair, some of which was tied in a top knot, and was wearing dark-rimmed glasses, a cream-coloured hoodie, dark shorts, socks and trainers.
The second man is described as white, aged between 20 and 25, around 5ft 10ins to 5ft 11ins tall, and of a slim build.
He had black curly hair and was wearing a white T-shirt, dark jeans, black trainers and a black cross-body bag.
Police have asked anyone who recognises either man, or has information which may assist their investigation, to contact them on 101 quoting the reference 4326036605.
Information can also be reported anonymously by contacting the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.