ARSONISTS are being blamed for a blaze which destroyed three vans.

Three crews of firefighters were called to the Pioneer Mill in Milltown Street, Radcliffe, on Sunday evening (Nov 12).

Arsonists had broken into the building and set fire to the seats in two Sherpa vans and a Leyland Daf, destroying all three vehicles.

The building suffered major smoke damage.

Police are investigating the incident and anyone with information should contact Whitefield CID on 856 8248.