Police investigating arson attack at Blackburn mosque
The Masjid Aqsa mosque was set alight on Saturday
Police are investigating a suspected arson attack at a mosque in Blackburn.
The force were called to the Masjid Aqsa Mosque in the early hours of Saturday (28 June) to reports of arson.
Officers say a window was broken and a fire deliberately set within the premises.
In a statement police said "We were contacted just before 2am on Saturday 28th June to a report of arson on Emerald Street, Blackburn.
"It was reported that at around 1:43am, a window was broken at the Masjid Aqsa Mosque and a fire deliberately set within the premises.
"Thankfully the fire was quickly extinguished and no one was hurt.
"Enquiries are ongoing and officers are continuing to investigate to identify those involved."