Inverness Fairways Business Park blaze and car-ramming scene fenced off as Police Scotland remain silent on investigation progress

Investigations are continuing into a massive blaze in Inverness that destroyed five shops after a car was deliberately rammed into the building – with police silent on progress.

The malicious act of wilful fire-raising happened at Fairways Business Park around midnight last Saturday (March 8), with the fire completely gutting premises through the early hours of Sunday.

A man wearing dark clothing and a balaclava was seen running away from the blaze towards Sir Walter Scott Drive.

The retail spaces were occupied by firms including SJ Travel Centre, Scottish Premium Seafoods, a Harry Gow bakery, and Hair Chic hairdressers.

Police Scotland have been carrying out door-to-door enquiries, while retaining a 24-hour presence at the scene. They also issued an appeal for anyone with dash-cam or other video footage to come forward.

As our pictures show, the scene has now been fenced off.

Police Scotland were asked for an update on progress with their investigation, but said this morning they had “nothing to add”.