Is this firestarter who tried to burn down Celtic chief executive’s home?
POLICE investigating a deliberate fire at the home of Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell have released images of a man and car they want to trace.
Mr Lawwell and his family were forced to flee their home after an explosion and blaze at the property in Thorntonhall, Lanarkshire, on May 19.
A man was spotted on CCTV pouring accelerant on cars in the garage in the early hours of that Wednesday.
Eight fire engines were sent to extinguish the blaze after the alarm was raised at around 1am.
Police have released images of a man dressed in dark trousers and a dark
‘He may be able to assist inquiries’
top with the hood up, and a car parked on a road beside a hedge.
An official statement said: ‘Police Scotland has released images of a male they wish to speak to as they believe he may be able to assist with their inquiries in relation to a fireraising incident, which occurred about 12.50am on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, in the Thorntonhall area.
‘Police have also released the image of a vehicle that was seen in the area around this time and which they are keen to trace. Anyone who may recognise the male in the images, or the vehicle, or who has any information is asked to contact Police Scotland via the telephone number 101.
‘Alternatively, people can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be provided anonymously.’
Speaking after the fire, Mr Lawwell said that his family had been ‘deeply affected’ by the incident, but they had managed to draw comfort from ‘literally thousands of messages of support’ from Celtic fans and the wider football community.