Car smashes into Doncaster house just hours after arson attack

Police were called to Mear Close in Askern on Friday night after the house was set on fire and then returned when a car smashed into the property.

A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We were called at around 9.40am on Friday 20 December to reports of a suspected arson at a property on Mear Close in the Askern area of Doncaster.

“The fire had been extinguished prior to emergency services arrival, and the occupants of the property left the house and suffered no injuries.

“It is believed the fire was started deliberately and an investigation is ongoing to establish the circumstances.

“Later in the day, at around 9.30pm, we were further called to reports a car had collided with the same property causing damage. The property was empty at the time.

“Officers attended and are further investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.

“At this stage, no one has been arrested in connection with either incident.”

Anyone with information which may assist police with enquiries can contact SYP online or by calling 101. Please quote incident number 219 of 20 December 2024 when you get in touch.

Alternatively, you can also contact indepedent charity CrimeStoppers through their dedicated UK call centre on 0800 555 111 where you can report information in confidence without having to leave your details.

We have also asked South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue service for details.