Footage of the Croydon fire shows the aftermath of the blaze as police launch an arson investigation

The Met has launched a fire probe after a restaurant in Croydon caught fire. Around 60 firefighters and eight fire engines rushed to the scene on Croydon High Street at around 8.48pm on Thursday 27 June.

Smoke covered the Croydon Flyover, near Time Dry Cleaners and Flames Kebab. The fire broke out around 20.32.

A Met Police spokesman said: “Police were called by London Fire Brigade to reports of a fire in High Street, Croydon at 8.48pm on Thursday 27 June. Officers and LFB attended and found a refrigerator on fire in an alley.

“No injuries were reported. The fire is being investigated as suspected arson.

“No arrests have been made. Investigations continue.

“Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting 8343/27JUN. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org”.

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