POLICE are baffled over the motive for an arson attack on the home of an elderly woman in Cutnall Green.
The woman, who is in her 70s, was asleep at her home in Almley Lane, when what police have described as an "incendiary device" was put through her front door.
The woman, who does not wish to be named, was woken at 1.30am on Sunday when she heard her letterbox rattle and saw her security light come on.
She got up to investigate, smelt smoke and contacted a neighbour who put out a small fire in the hallway.
Investigating officer Det Con Steve Cooper said: "We are at a loss to know why anyone would do this.
"Had it not been for the common sense of the woman herself and the assistance of her neighbour, the implications of this action could have been very different."
Police have appealed for anyone with any information to contact them on 01905 723888 or Crimestoppers on 0800555111.
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