Police probe after fire destroys four vans (Image: Newsquest)
Police are appealing for information after a fire destroyed four vans in Newtown St Boswells.
The incident happened around 12.10am today (Friday, August 26) at Cooks Van Hire, Langbrae.
Detective Constable Andrew Hope, of Galashiels CID, said: "The fire was started deliberately and two vans were set alight, before the fire spread to a further two.
"This was a completely reckless thing to do as it's destroyed the vehicles and damaged others nearby.
"If anyone remember seeing anything suspicious in the area around that time, please contact police."
Those with any information should contact Police Scotland on 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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