Glasgow police launch appeal after building site fire

Police have asked anyone who saw “anything suspicious” to contact them.

Police have issued an appeal for information after a fire at a building site in Glasgow caused “considerable damage” to plant equipment.

Emergency services were called to the site on Hobart Street at 12:20am on Tuesday, August 25, amid reports that machinery there was on fire.

Officers said a foundation pile driver was damaged by the blaze.

Emergency services were called to the site on Hobart Street at 12:20am on Tuesday, August 25, amid reports that machinery there was on fire.

Detective Constable Katrina Keogh said: “There was considerable damage caused to plant machinery but thankfully no was injured.

“I am appealing to anyone who was in the area and saw anything suspicious to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting 0096 or 25 August or alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111”.

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