Police Appeal For Miss Selfridge Witnesses

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a city store was destroyed during disorder on Tuesday 9 August 2011.

At about 6.30pm an offender started a fire at Miss Selfridge on Market Street.

The blaze destroyed the building and all stock inside.

It is estimated the total cost of the damage including stock is more than £400,000.

Detective Sergeant Jim Slack, said: "On Tuesday last week we saw unprecedented scenes of violence and destruction.

"Dozens of stores were targeted but this shop in particular was completely destroyed.

"We know there were a lot of people in the area when the fire was started and I am keen to hear from as many of those as possible.

"I am also interested in getting hold of any footage that was taken on a video camera or mobile phone showing the incident."

Anyone with information is asked to call police in 0161 856 3914, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Dane Williamson has been charged with criminal damage, recklessly endangering life and appeared at Manchester Magistrates Court on Friday 12 August 2011.