POLICE are hunting an arsonist after a Winsford property was targeted last weekend.

Around 11.40pm on Friday, September 12, an offender was seen shouting outside an address in Pentland Close.

Shortly afterwards, a rubbish bin was moved to the front door of the property and set alight.

Damage was caused to the UPVC front door of the home.

A spokesman for Winsford Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “The actions of the occupant and his neighbour prevented further damage being caused.

“An unknown male on a push bike was seen a short time before the fire was started shouting outside the address.

“If anyone one has information as to the identity of this male please call Winsford Police telephone number 101.”

Alternatively, information can be left anonymously on 0800 555 111.