Thief sets car on fire near Great Dalby after stealing it
Firefighters were alerted to the blazing vehicle, which was on Station Road between the village and Ashby Folville.
A crew from Melton fire station attended the incident at 12.05am but they were unable to prevent the car being destroyed.
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A spokesperson for Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said it was believed the fire was started deliberately.
They added: “We received a call from a passer-by about a car fire on the roadway
“On arrival, the incident commander confirmed the car was well alight and the crew used a hose reel and two sets of breathing apparatus.
“The vehicle was believed stolen and police were informed.”