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Eight vehicles destroyed in suspected arson attack at Epping Green car wash
Overview
Eight vehicles have been damaged or completely destroyed in a suspected arson attack at the newly opened Epping Green Car Wash and Valeting in Essex. Emergency services responded to the fire in the early hours of Saturday, and police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Key points
- Eight vehicles were damaged or destroyed in a fire at Epping Green Car Wash and Valeting on Epping Road, Essex.
- Essex Fire and Rescue Service extinguished the multiple vehicle fires after being called at 02:56 BST on Saturday.
- Essex Police confirmed no injuries were reported and are treating the incident as a deliberate fire.
- No arrests have been made as the police investigation continues.
- The car wash business was opened just three months prior to the attack by owner Cristina Zazu.