An investigation was today under way into an arson attack on a Canvey house.

The home in West Crescent was severely damaged after the blaze at around 6.10pm yesterday.

Firefighters and police attended the scene after reports of a person inside but a search revealed the house was empty.

The owners have been traced and the fire, which is said to have started in the kitchen or the lounge, is being investigated.

Published Friday August 9, 2002

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