Arson on tow truck in Paphos

A TOW truck, which was parked outside the owner’s house in Kissonerga, was damaged by arson late on Thursday night.

The fire, which damaged the right side of the truck, was put out by its owner, before the arrival of the fire department.

Police received a report that a man holding a tank with diesel fuel was seen approaching the truck and setting it alight.

Evidence was collected from the scene in order to locate the perpetrator.

Peyia police station is investigating the case.

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