Police are actively searching for two men in tracksuits following a deliberate fire that caused significant damage at Pen Mill Ladies Football Club in Yeovil. On the evening of Tuesday, June 17, a bin was set alight at Johnson Park, which quickly spread to a nearby changing room, severely damaging kit, equipment, and the building itself.
The incident occurred while the football club was in use, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. Fire crews responded promptly and extinguished the blaze, but the arsonists fled the scene before police arrived. Officers conducted a thorough search of the area but were unable to locate the suspects.
Authorities describe the individuals as white males in their late teens or early twenties. One was wearing a grey tracksuit, while the other was dressed in a black and white tracksuit. Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward to assist their investigation.
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A spokesperson from Avon and Somerset Police said: “Officers were called to a fire at Yeovil Sports and Social Club, Johnson Park, around 10 pm. The fire damaged equipment stored in a neighbouring storeroom and the changing rooms. While no one was hurt, the damage to the club is considerable.”
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service reported that two fire appliances and an aerial platform from Yeovil Fire Station attended the scene. The fire had affected one changing room, causing approximately 20 percent fire damage and total smoke damage throughout the facility. Firefighters used breathing apparatus, hose reel jets, and safety jets to bring the fire under control.
Anyone who witnessed the fire or has information about the individuals responsible is urged to contact Avon and Somerset Police on 101, referencing incident number 5225169410.