Two people taken to hospital after suspected arson

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Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to the fire in Slough

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Several residents were evacuated from their homes and two people were taken to hospital with smoke inhalation after a suspected arson attack.

Thames Valley Police said the fire started behind the buildings on Grove Parade in Slough at about 01:10 BST on Sunday.

A black Land Rover was destroyed and the building was damaged. Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is also investigating.

Residents were later allowed to return to their homes. The two people suffering the effects of breathing in smoke have left hospital.

Det Insp Sarah Roxburgh said she understood the incident would be "concerning" but said officers were working hard to "bring those responsible to justice".

She appealed to anyone with information or camera footage to come forward.

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