Christchurch, Crime | Posted on December 20th, 2024 | return to news
Suspected arson in Christchurch
Both Dorset Police and the fire service suspect that a fire at a property in Stour Road was started maliciously.
Dorset Police suspect that a fire that took place at an address in Stour Road on Wednesday 18 December was arson. The report was received at 7.52pm and the resident was not in the property at the time.
Following initial enquiries, it is believed that the fire was started maliciously and an investigation is ongoing. No arrests have been made.
Detective Inspector Darren Moores, of BCP CID, said: “We have liaised with colleagues from the fire service and the current assessment is that this incident was not accidental.
“I would urge anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area at the relevant time to please come forward.
“Also, I am keen to hear from nearby residents with doorbell or CCTV cameras or motorists with dashcam who were driving in the area and may have captured relevant footage that might assist our investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240193387. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
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