Update following wildfires on Exmoor

Police are continuing to work closely with local partner agencies and landowners to address instances of unauthorised burning taking place on Exmoor.

We have been notified following several incidents of suspected arson on heathland on Exmoor over recent months.

Separate fires have been discovered in Molland, South Molton and West Anstey.

Neighbourhood Team Leader for South Molton, Sergeant Rob Brown said: “Such activity presents a serious risk to life, livestock and the environment, and places a significant and unacceptable financial burden on Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service.

“We will take firm and robust action against any individuals responsible and will pursue all available lines of enquiry to secure prosecutions where offences are identified.

“Those involved should be aware that enforcement action and any resulting conviction may have serious consequences, including impacts on an individual’s livelihood and standing within the community.”

Anybody with any information regarding the fires is asked to contact 101 or visit our website quoting 50260095426.