Detectives are investigating an arson attack on a meat shop in Oxford.

The blaze, which caused serious damage to Halal Meats, in Cowley Road, took place during the early hours of Saturday morning.

Police and fire officers attended the incident and established that the fire had been started deliberately.

Det Insp Melvin Young, of Oxford police, said: "We would appeal to anyone in the area who witnessed anything suspicious to contact us on 01865 266166."

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