Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for information after the fire at the disused Greencore factory in Evercreech.

Officers were initially called to the property in Prestleigh Road to support the fire service with traffic management.

Witnesses reported seeing a small group of young teenagers running from the building before spotting smoke at about 2pm yesterday (June 26).

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue's fire investigator has reported that the fire was started deliberately.

The neighbourhood policing team says there have been a number of reports of young people getting onto the site in recent years.

Officers urge parents and carers to make sure they know what their children are up to and speak to them about the risks and consequences of entering disused buildings and starting fires.

A police spokesperson said: "If you have any information about those responsible for the fire, call 101 quoting reference 5221143152.

"Alternatively ring the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. They never ask your name or trace your call."

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