A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a number of derelict buildings were damaged by fire in Highbridge. 

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service were called at 5.30pm on Wednesday (March 18) to Clyce Road in Highbridge following reports of a derelict building on fire. 

Firefighters from Burnham-on-Sea, Bridgwater and Street were sent to the scene. 

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A fire service spokesperson said five derelict buildings were badly damaged in the incident and firefighters believe it was a suspected arson attack.

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police, said they are treating the fire as suspicious and a 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of arson.

 "At 5.35pm yesterday officers on patrol in Highbridge came across a fire on Clyce Road," the spokesperson said.

"The fire service were called and a number of local residents were evacuated as a precaution while the incident was dealt with.

"Damage was caused to a number of buildings.

"We’re treating the fire as suspicious and are working with fire investigators to determine the cause.

"Specialist crime scene investigators will examine the scene while officers will also carry out house to house enquiries and review any CCTV footage from the area as part of our inquiry.

"A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of arson and is currently in police custody.

"Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the Clyce Road area shortly before the incident is asked to call us on 101 and provide the call handler with the reference 5220064873."