Law enforcement officials are requesting public assistance following an alleged arson incident at an East Sussex football club, which resulted in approximately £35,000 worth of damage. Several children required assistance to evacuate to safety when the blaze erupted at Hailsham Town Football Club on Tuesday. Sussex Police suspect that conifers situated close to the stand were intentionally ignited around 19:00 GMT. The club had previously expressed gratitude to youth team coaches for guiding the children to safety. PC Luke Ceschin stated: “We believe a number of people were in the area at the time the fire started and it is fortunate that no-one was injured.” He urged individuals possessing any information or visual recordings of the fire, such as dash cam footage, to get in touch with the police force. Audiences can connect with BBC Sussex on its social media channels: Facebook, X, and Instagram. Story suggestions may be submitted to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk or via WhatsApp at 08081 002250. This content is Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external websites. Information regarding our policy on external linking is available. Post navigation Emergency Workers’ Christmas Day: Responding to Diverse Incidents, Including Kitchen Fires Replacement Scheduled for Stolen National Trust Parking Machine