A SUSPECT has been identified in the hunt to catch those responsible for torching Celtic boss Peter Lawwel's home.
Cops have identified a man who they believed torched the Hoops chief executive family home in Peel Road, Thorntonhall and three cars parked outside in the early hours of this morning.
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A manhunt has been launched to find the man it's thought started the blaze, who police suggested made off in a silver getaway car.
The male suspect is described as around five feet and 10 inches tall and of slim build. He was wearing black joggers, a black hooded jumper with the hood up, black trainers and a face mask.
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A silver or grey hatchback car was also seen near the house at the time of the fire.
He was caught on camera pouring fuel on the cars which were then set alight at around 1am today in the plush Glasgow suburb.
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Thankfully, the Celtic supremo and his family made it out of the property alive, but a spokesman for Celtic said he was left "shaken" by the incident.
Detective Inspector Susie Cairns said: "This was a completely reckless act which destroyed three cars and caused significant damage to the property's garage. The consequences could have been so much worse but thankfully nobody was injured during this incident.
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"I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time that saw a man or car matching this description or saw any unusual activity to please come forward.
"If you have personal CCTV or a dashcam, please check back and see if there is any footage that could assist our investigation. No matter how small or insignificant you think it may be, please get in touch.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 0134 of May 19. Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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