Probe into fire at Fife golf club

Image courtesy of Leslie Golf Club

An investigation is under way after a fire at Leslie Golf Club in Fife.

The club says it received a call from police at around 3am today, after its garage had been set on fire.

The fire service was called to the scene at 1.21am and sent two appliances. A fire investigation team is still at the scene.

A post on the club's Facebook page said: "Initial reports are that it is malicious. Area has been cordoned off and is now a crime scene awaiting further investigations. Police presence ongoing.

"For now, golf course closed until further notice. Will post more information regards situation after police investigation."

A police spokesperson said: "Police were called around 2.30am following the report of a fire at a golf club in Glenrothes.

"Inquiries are currently ongoing into the circumstances surrounding the fire."

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