Mosque fire may be racist attack

An arson attack at a mosque in Chester could have been racially motivated, police have said.

The incident happened at the building in Clifton Drive, Blacon, in the early hours of Monday.

The lawn in front of the building was set alight and the resulting fire caused damage to the front door.

House-to-house inquiries have been carried out and CCTV footage is being studied by officers. Anyone with information is asked to contact police.