Arson investigation launched after barn blaze at Hartlepool farm

An investigation is underway following the incident, which took place at Thorpe Bulmer Farm in Hart Village, Hartlepool, on the Sunday, March 29 at around 11pm.

Firefighters from Hartlepool Stranton, the Headland, Middlesbrough, Stockton and Thornaby attended the blaze, which continued to burn for hours after it began.

Crews remained on site for days as the fire continued, with Cleveland Police today – Thursday, April 2 – calling for members of the public to come forward with information.

Officers are appealing to anyone who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously or any vehicles in the area around the time of the incident to get in touch.

The barn, and the items inside, suffered “substantial damage” in the blaze.

Contact Detective Constable David Angel from Hartlepool CID on 101, quoting event number 49022.

Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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