Abbotsford police investigating autobody shop fire as arson

Investigators in Abbotsford say multiplecars were deliberately set on fire Saturday night at an autobodyshop.

Firefighters rushed to Overseas Autobodyon Windsor Street around 11:30and spent an hour putting outflames that had engulfed up to 15 vehicles, according to witnesses.

Firefighters say some windows and siding on the building of the autobody were damaged as well.

Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Snider says crew worked to protect the building before putting out the car fires.

Const. Jody Thomassays the incident is being investigated as arson.