What is happening in Bures, Suffolk?

Bures, Suffolk, is experiencing a series of suspected arson attacks, with residents fearing a serial firebug is active in the village.

What locations have been targeted by the suspected arsonist in Bures?

Targeted locations in Bures include a cricket club pavilion, a compost heap, a garden fence, an egg stall, and a historic barn.

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Suffolk Village Gripped by Fear of Serial Arsonist

Q: How many arson attacks have occurred in Bures?

Residents believe a single arsonist may be responsible for at least five deliberate fires that have taken place in Bures.

16 Feb

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Summary

A serial arsonist is suspected in at least five fires in Bures.
The fires began in September last year and recently resurfaced.
Residents speculate on the arsonist's motive and identity.

Suffolk Village Gripped by Fear of Serial Arsonist

A quiet Suffolk village has been gripped by fear due to a series of suspected arson attacks over recent months. Residents of Bures, located on the Suffolk-Essex border, believe a single culprit may be responsible for at least five deliberate fires that have occurred since September 9 last year.

The initial incidents included the destruction of Bures Cricket Club's 180-year-old thatched pavilion and a dog waste bin. Over the subsequent four weeks, fires were also set in a compost heap at St. Mary's Church, a garden fence, and a roadside egg stall. Hopes that the attacks had ceased were dashed early last Friday when a historic barn overlooking the village was completely destroyed.