Investigation after arson attack at family home in Bolton
Police are treating it as a targeted attack
An investigation is underway after a suspected arson attack at a home in Bolton.
Emergency services were called to Eastgrove Avenue at around 9.20pm on Wednesday 10th June after reports of a fire.
All occupants were safely evacuated from the address and no injuries were reported.
Police believe the attack was targeted and said there is no risk to the wider public.
What happened
Greater Manchester Police said emergency services attended the scene after receiving reports of a suspected arson attack.
The fire was extinguished and everyone inside the property got out safely.
Officers have launched an investigation to identify those responsible.
Detective Chief Inspector Mike Sharples said: “Incidents like this are not acceptable in our community and no one should be made to feel threatened or intimidated. Thankfully, no one was injured, however, the consequences of this suspected arson attack could have been very different.
“We understand this incident may cause concern within the community; we are working to find those responsible and bring them to justice. We believe this was a targeted attack, and there is no risk to the wider public. Officers will be providing reassurance with visits in the community throughout the day.
"Our enquiries to identify those responsible are ongoing, and we urge anyone with information that may assist our investigation to please come forward. Anyone with information, CCTV, or dashcam footage, is asked to call 101 quoting log 3561 of 10/06/2026 or contact us via the LiveChat function at gmp.police.uk
“Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
Council responds
Bolton Council said it is working closely with partners to support those affected and reassure the community.
Cllr Hamid Khurram, Bolton Council’s Executive Cabinet Member for Stronger Communities, said:
“This was a deeply distressing incident, and our thoughts are with the family and everyone in the local community who has been affected.
“While thankfully no one was harmed, we fully recognise the shock and anxiety this will have caused across Bolton.
“At this stage Greater Manchester Police believe this was a targeted attack and there is no risk to the wider public, however we are working closely with partners to provide reassurance and support.
“We would ask residents to continue looking out for one another and to share any information that may assist the ongoing police investigation.”
Police rule out link to earlier report
Police said the fire is not believed to be linked to the discovery of a USB charging pack at a mosque on Wednesday morning.
Officers said they investigated that report and do not believe it was suspicious or criminal.
They have encouraged people to continue reporting anything they believe is suspicious or concerning.