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BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
Appeal after 'deliberate' heath fires near Bournemouth Airport
Ten suspicious fires have been reported in an area of heathland near Bournemouth Airport in the space of three Police is appealing for help after large areas of heathland were damaged, along with neighbouring properties, near Matchams Lane in incidents happened between 20 June and 11 were also called to tackle another large fire in Hurn Forest on Thursday night, although it is not yet known whether it is linked. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said the fires had been "deemed to have been started deliberately" and enquiries were Insp Leo Glendon of Dorset Police said: "Thankfully, nobody has been injured during these fires, but this reckless behaviour can have serious and tragic consequences. "A detailed investigation is under way to identify who is responsible."Anyone with information is urged to contact the force. You can follow BBC Dorset on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
ITV News
3 days ago
- ITV News
Police probe after series of 'deliberate' heath fires in Dorset
Police have launched an appeal for information to help find those responsible for 10 heath fires in Dorset. The fires have occurred in the Matchams Lane area of Bournemouth between Friday 20 June and Monday 11 August 2025. The fires are all believed to have been started deliberately and officers say investigations are continuing. Detective Inspector Leo Glendon, of BCP CID, said: 'Thankfully, nobody has been injured during these fires, but this reckless behaviour can have serious and tragic consequences. "A detailed investigation is underway to identify who is responsible. 'I am appealing to anyone who has seen or heard any suspicious activity in the area over recent months to please come forward. 'Officers from the local neighbourhood policing team can be approached by anyone with information or concerns.' "Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250095959. "Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111."
