An arsonist is believed to have started a fire at a gym in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday 24 December).
Two people were evacuated from PureGym, in London Road, Burgess Hill, at about 3.20am today.
Sussex Police said: “Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a fire at a gym premises in Burgess Hill.
“Emergency services were called to PureGym, in London Road, at about 3.20am on Christmas Eve (Tuesday 24 December).
“The fire service tackled the fire which is believed to have been started deliberately.
“The cause of the fire is being treated as arson.
“Officers have appealed for witnesses or anyone with relevant information to come forward.
“In particular, they wish to trace anyone with relevant CCTV, mobile phone or dashcam footage from the area from 3am to 3.30am.
“Information can be reported to Sussex Police online, quoting serial 92 of 24/12.”
The gym was damaged in the fire and is expected to remain closed temporarily while repairs are carried out.
