AN investigation is under way in Burnley after a block of 10 homes and shops caught fire late on Saturday night.

Several firms, including a taxi office and takeaway, were evacuated just after 10.30pm, when four properties at the top end of Accrington Road were ablaze.

Part of the roof of one of the properties collapsed into the road.

Fire chiefs have confirmed that the cause of the blaze is thought to be suspicious and a joint investigation has been launched with Burnley CID.

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