Spate of fire attacks sees Ayr's top police officer issue 'no danger to public' plea

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Ayr’s top cop says two terrifying fire attacks in the town are not linked.The front door of a flat was torched during a murder bid in the early hours of Sunday morning in the town’s Russell Drive.That happened a fortnight after two cars were torched in a new-build estate – Lewis Gardens in Doonfoot.However, Chief Inspector Kevin Lammie insists both targeted attacks are not connected as he issued a plea to reassure residents.The South Ayrshire area commander told Ayrshire Live: “Extensive enquiries remain ongoing into two wilful fireraisings in the Lewis Gardens and Russell Drive areas of Ayr, which have taken place over the last few weeks.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.“These incidents are believed to have been targeted and there is nothing to suggest they are linked in any way, or there is any danger to the wider community.”Pictures from the scene of the flat blaze show thick black smoke at the front door of the top-floor property.

Extra patrols have been deployed in the Wallacetown area.Detectives have told how they are treating the attack in Russell Drive as attempted murder.Detective inspector Martin Prendergast, of Ayr CID, said: “Thankfully, no one was injured, however, the fire was started deliberately and could have had serious consequences.“I am appealing to local residents for any information they may have regarding this incident.