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Witness appeal following suspected arson in Yateley

Thursday, 9 April 2026 08:00

By V2 RADIO @V2RadioSussex

Police are appealing for witnesses after a suspected arson incidents in Yateley.

Officers were called at around 7.30pm on April 3rd to reports of three separate fires on Yateley Common.

Fire crews brought the blazes under control, and no injuries were reported.

Police believe a small group of children were in the area at the time.

Did you witness any suspicious activity in the area? If you have any information that may help with the ongoing investigation, call 101 quoting the reference number 44260156895.

You can also submit information online: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

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