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Grimsby Arson Suspects Plead Not Guilty, Trial Set for 2026
17 Nov
Summary
- Four men from Grimsby deny arson with intent to endanger life
- Five vehicles were destroyed in the suspected arson attack
- Trial date set for 13 April 2026
On 14 October 2025, police were called to reports of a suspected arson attack on Barmouth Drive in Grimsby, where five vehicles were destroyed. Four men from the town have now pleaded not guilty to charges of arson with intent to endanger life.
The accused are David Maddison, 37, of Beeson Street; Jason Gladding, 35, of Columbus Way; Gary Mills, 41, of Beeson Street, and Matthew Somerfield, 39, of no fixed abode. Mr. Maddison, Mr. Gladding, and Mr. Somerfield remain in custody, while Mr. Mills is on conditional bail.
A trial date has been set for 13 April 2026 at Grimsby Crown Court. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the four men will await their day in court to defend against the arson charges.
