Ten suspicious fires in Hurn have been confirmed as deliberate, prompting a police appeal for information.
Between Friday 20 June and Monday 11 August 2025, ten separate blazes were reported in heathland around the Matchams Lane area. Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service attended each incident and determined they had been started deliberately.
The fires caused extensive damage to heathland and nearby properties, though no injuries were reported.
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 should contact Dorset Police via www.dorset.police.uk or call 101, quoting occurrence number 55250095959.