Hamilton flat targeted in break-in and deliberate fire

Police have launched an investigation after a flat in Hamilton was broken into and set on fire.

Police confirmed the third-floor flat on Abbotsford Road was broken into just after 1am on Monday, October 12, and a fire was started.

The building was not evacuated, and there were no reports of injuries.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service deployed three appliances to the scene, and the fire was extinguished within 30 minutes. Crews left the scene at 5am.

Detective Constable Josh Spiers said: “We believe someone has forced entry into the flat and started a fire. Thankfully, no-one was injured but this could have had different consequences.

“Anyone who knows who was responsible should contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0162 of October 12. “