Sussex Police are seeking witnesses following a deliberate fire that caused significant damage to Hailsham Town Football Club's recreation ground in Western Road.
On Tuesday evening (12 November), conifers near the stand were set alight around 7 pm, resulting in extensive damage estimated at £35,000. The %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_0%%, believed to be an act of arson, caused considerable destruction but, fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Police Call for Information and Evidence
PC Luke Ceschin, leading the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_1%%, emphasized the importance of community cooperation. "We believe several people were in the area at the time the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_2%% started, and, fortunately, no one was injured," he said.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. They are particularly interested in securing any relevant footage, including dash %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_3%% recordings from vehicles passing through the area around the time of the fire.
How to Assist the Investigation
%%UKNIP_ANCHOR_4%% have asked anyone who may have details or evidence to help their investigation to get in touch. Individuals can provide information online via the %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_5%% website or call 101, quoting serial number 1235 of 12/11.
This incident has left a significant mark on the community, with the club and its supporters facing the impact of the damage. The police remain committed to identifying those responsible and ensuring justice is served.
