A fire which destroyed Dudsbury Golf Club at West Parley on Friday 20th June is being treated as suspected arson Dorset police confirm. The fire which was reported at 6pm in the evening was so intense that smoke could be seen from miles around as the blaze burned. An investigation into the circumstances is ongoing but no arrests have been made so far.
Police Constable Emma Davey, of Ferndown police, said: “We have liaised with colleagues from the fire service and the current assessment is that this fire was not started accidentally.
“I would urge anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area at the relevant time to please come forward.
“Also, I am keen to hear from nearby residents with doorbell or CCTV cameras, as well as motorists with dashcam who were driving in the area of Christchurch Road at the time of the incident, who may have captured relevant footage that might assist our investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250088641. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.