The family home, with three children inside, was targeted in Rochdale
An urgent appeal has been issued after a suspected arson attack on a family home in Rochdale. Two adults and three children were forced to flee the blaze on Halifax Road on Wednesday night .
Initial police enquires suggest the fire may have been started deliberately. An investigation has been launched into the suspected arson attack.Greater Manchester Police are appealing to anyone who may have been in the area at the time who may hold information that could assist with the investigation.
Sharing an appeal, Detective Inspector Katie Buntine, from GMP's Rochdale district said: “This is a disturbing incident where a property has been targeted, placing a family and three young children at risk of serious harm. “We are appealing to the public’s help to do identify who was responsible – were you in the area last night and perhaps saw something that seemed suspicious? No matter how small the information may seem, it may be crucial to our investigation, and I ask you to contact us or Crimestoppers as soon as possible.
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