AN arson probe has been launched by police after a fire near Maldon.

Essex Police has launched the arson investigation following a fire in Great Totham, near Maldon.

It was reported to police that the incident occurred at an address in Broad Street Green Road between 1pm and 8.35pm on Saturday (April 2).

Logs and machinery "worth a five figure sum" were damaged, police say.

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Officers are now appealing for witnesses to contact them.

An Essex Police spokesman said: "Our enquiries are ongoing, and we need anyone who saw anything or has dash cam footage to contact us."

Anyone with information can submit a report online at essex.police.uk.

Or use the 'Live Chat' button to speak to an online operator between 7am and 11pm.

Quote crime reference number 42/83244/22.

Police can also be called on 101 or people can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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