Police urgenetly want to speak to this man in relation to a vehicle being set on fire. 

Essex Police are investigating the arson attack, which took place on July 9 in Oak Road South, Benfleet. 

A man – 34 year-old Richard Dedman, of Woodfield Road, Benfleet – has been arrested over the incident and charged with criminal damage and arson.

He’s next due to appear at Basildon Magistrates’ Court on 10 August.

Police want to identify and speak to the man pictured as he was seen in the area and may have information which is important to the investigation.

If you recognise him or have any information about who he is, call 101 quoting the crime reference number 42/101391/20 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.