Arson Attack on Sussex Farms: Man Arrested After Series of Barn Fires
A spate of deliberate barn and hay bale fires rocked Sussex farms last November. Targeted locations included Beddingham, Alfriston, Tarring Neville, and Litlington. The blaze spree ran from November 2 to November 7, 2021, causing widespread alarm among the local farming community.
18-Year-Old Held Over Suspected Arson
Sussex Police’s Rural Crime Team has arrested an 18-year-old man on suspicion of arson and conspiracy. The arrest came on Saturday, January 8. The youth was questioned and then released under investigation as inquiries continue.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
“This is a highly destructive crime that impacts our farming community and livestock supplies,” said Sergeant Jon Attfield from the Rural Crime Team. “Our investigation continues and we are appealing for witnesses to any suspicious activity seen in the Beddingham, Litlington, Alfriston, and Tarring Neville areas from 2 to 9 November last year.”
If you have information about these fires, contact Sussex Police online or call 101 quoting serial 244 of 07/11. You can also report anonymously via Crimestoppers.
