Pictures show aftermath of Ingleby Barwick ‘petrol bomb’

Three cars were torched on the driveway of a home on Kenwood Crescent, in Ingleby Barwick, at around 12.15am on Sunday (May 17).

Footage of the incident posted online shows the moment several figures surround the driveway before a flash of white light can be seen as a car erupts into flames. 

Now, new pictures have revealed the devastating aftermath outside of the home, where the remains of the burnt-out three vehicles lay. 

The aftermath of a ‘petrol bomb’ attack on an Ingleby Barwick home (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

One of the cars is missing all of its windows, and front bumper, while the fire has stripped the paintwork off all three. 

The aftermath of a ‘petrol bomb’ attack on an Ingleby Barwick home (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Cleveland Police has launched an investigation into the incident, saying enquiries are continuing in a statement issued earlier today. 

Cleveland Fire Brigade confirmed that it was called to the scene at 12.17am.

A spokesperson said: “Two fire appliances attended from Thornaby.

The aftermath of a ‘petrol bomb’ attack on an Ingleby Barwick home (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

“Three cars were on fire. Two cars had 100% of the passenger compartment and engine compartment destroyed by the fire.

“One car had 50% of the passenger compartment and engine compartment destroyed by the fire. Two hose reel jets, two breathing apparatus and thermal imaging camera were used.

 “The stop call was received at 12.46am.”

A spokesperson said: “At 12.15am on Sunday, May 17, police were called to Kenwood Crescent in Ingleby Barwick following reports of criminal damage. 

“It involved a house believed to have been petrol bombed and three cars well alight. 

“A scene was put in place and enquiries are ongoing. Anyone with information or footage is asked to call Cleveland Police on 101 quoting reference number 093259.”