AN investigation into a fire at a borough pub was arson.

Thurrock Nub News reported yesterday (Wednesday, 1 April) on the blaze at the Railway Tavern in Stanford-le-Hope.

An investigation into the cause of the incident has now concluded the fire was started deliberately.

A spokesperson for Essex Police said: We were called to reports of a fire in King Street at around 2.55am on 1 April.

"The fire service believe it was started deliberately so we are investigating it as arson.

"Our enquiries are ongoing.

"If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us.

"Please quote the crime reference number 42/49498/26.

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"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week.

"Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our online reporting services.

"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."