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Bottle Containing Accelerant Thrown at Plymouth Flat in Suspected Arson
9 Sep
Summary
- Suspected arson attack on flat in Plymouth
- Bottle containing accelerant thrown at window
- No one was in the property at the time

On the morning of September 9th, 2025, police in Plymouth, Devon responded to a suspected arson attack on a flat in the Bodmin Road area. According to the authorities, a "bottle containing an accelerant" was thrown at the window of the property, causing external damage.
Fortunately, no one was inside the flat at the time of the incident, which occurred around 2:00 AM BST. Devon and Cornwall Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for any witnesses or individuals with relevant footage to come forward.
The attack has left the local community shaken, and police are working to determine the motive and identify the perpetrator(s) responsible for the suspected arson. Residents in the area are being urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.