Police appeal after wilful fire-raising incident in the Highlands

Police are appealing for information after a fire-raising incident at a farm in the Highlands.

The incident happened at derelict buildings within a field at St Vincent Farm, between Quarry Road and Viewfield Road in Tain.

Fire broke out yesterday afternoon and was extinguished by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

Nobody was injured but extensive damage was caused to the property.

The fire is being treated as deliberate and officers are appealing for witnesses.

Constable Kelly Murray said: “This was a deliberate and wilful act which potentially could have put lives in danger.

“Fire-raising is inherently dangerous as you have very little control over how it may develop.

“I would ask anyone who saw anybody in the area or acting suspiciously at or around the time to make contact as soon as possible.

“You can call 101, quoting reference PS-20180920-2454 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 to pass information anonymously.”