CCTV appeal after arson attempt on Islamic centre

Molesey Islamic Cultural CentreImage source, Google
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Molesey Islamic Cultural Centre, near Surbiton, was founded in 2001

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Police are appealing for witnesses after an arson attempt was made on an Islamic centre in Surrey.

At about 01:45 BST on 18 October, a suspect approached the wooden door of Molesey Islamic Cultural Centre, near Surbiton.

They then set light to what appeared to be an instant lighting BBQ bag. The fire did not take hold and there was no significant damage.

Surrey Police want to identify the person in CCTV images they have now released.

The force has urged anyone with information to come forward.

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Surrey Police have released CCTV images of the arson attempt