A RENEWED appeal has been issued by police about arson attacks in Broadway that caused thousands of pounds worth of damage.

The attacks took place at a church, community hall, library and police station, with an unsuccessful attempt at a GP surgery.

Six months on, West Mercia Police are trying to track down the culprits.

Investigators at Worcester CID estimate 30 to 40 litres of white spirit were used in the overnight attacks on Monday, March 24 and Tuesday 25.

They appealed to businesses that sell chemicals to contact police if someone had acquired such a large amount.

Detective Constable Rob Davies from Worcester CID said: “Unfortunately we have had few leads in relation to these fires, but hope that with the passage of time, a renewed appeal may jog people’s memories.

"We would urge anyone who saw anything suspicious at the time, or knows of anyone who may be linked to the fires to come forward. "These fires were targeted at key buildings in the heart of the Broadway community, causing substantial damage.

"The consequences could have been much worse and we are thankful that no one was injured.”

Fire completely destroyed the main door of 11th Century St Eadburgha's Church on Snowshill Road and nearly caught hold in the roof's wooden eves.

Broadway police station’s front door only received minor damage when it was set alight, however there was extensive smoke damage inside the building.

The neighbouring library had extensive fire damage caused to its porch area and it is thought the fire was only stopped from spreading internally by a pair of fire doors.

Lifford Hall on Lower Green had its front doors destroyed as well as suffering extensive internal smoke and fire damage.

Barn Close Surgery in High Street had flammable liquid thrown over the front door, but this was not set alight.

Anyone with information should call the non-emergency police number 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 and online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

Quote incident number three of March 25, 2014.