Significant damage caused to the barn by the fire (image credits: Avon and Somerset Police)
An arson attack in Somerset has resulted in £100,000 worth of damage to a farm barn and its contents.
While Avon and Somerset police are still seeking information, it is believed the fire was started at around midnight on March 17, at a farm new Wiveliscombe.
Figures released by NFU Mutual highlight that reports of farm fires has increased by 21% last year, costing around £83.5m in damages.
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