THE fire at Darvell's Yard in Common Road, Chorleywood, was of "dubious origin", according to police.

The yard was engulfed in flames on Saturday, February 2, burning down two businesses and damaging vacant units.

At the time, police did not rule out arson and, following an investigation into the fire, it would seem this is still a likely cause.

However, the police investigation into the fire has ground to a halt because there is no evidence of arson.

A spokesman said: "There is very little left to determine what the cause was. For the time being, the investigation has closed down until anything comes to light."

She added that until they find evidence, the police cannot treat it as a crime.