Pictures have revealed the devastation left by a number of fires in Wimborne overnight.
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said it was dealing with "multiple incidents" at about 2.30am this morning.
A resident wrote on social media: "Multiple car fires in Wimborne near the coach and horses pub and reportedly Merley too.
Read more: Updates as multiple cars burned out in Wimborne
Multiple car fires in Wimborne near the coach and horses pub and reportedly Merley too. Suspected arson as there's so many. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity. @ITVCentral @Bournemouthecho @BBCDorset pic.twitter.com/lHUz0QNJqU
— Madame Cerise (@Madame__Cerise) May 15, 2023
"Stay vigilant and report and suspicious activity."
The Daily Echo understands that at least eight cars have been burned out in the area.
A Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "We have attended multiple vehicle fires in the Wimborne area between midnight and 2.30am this morning (15th May).
"We are supporting our police colleagues with their investigation."
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