A 12-year-old boy has been arrested after a man in his 50s was assaulted and racially abused before a car was set on fire in Weston-super-Mare Monday (September 2).

The 12-year-old, who was arrested on suspicion of common assault and arson is the third arrest in connection with the incident, with a 34-year-old and a 37-year-old arrested earlier in the week.

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Officers were called to Dunster Crescent at 7.01pm to reports of an altercation. A second call was received at 10.29pm after a person was seen throwing an object at a parked car which then caught on fire.

House-to-house and CCTV enquiries have subsequently been carried out as part of the ongoing investigation.

Chief Inspector Jonathan Murray said: “We continue to keep the victim updated and supported as our investigation progresses.

“If you were in the area at the time and saw anything – or have any footage – which could help our investigation, please contact us.”

Police are now appealing for anyone with information or footage of the incident to get in touch.

If you can help, call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5224232129, or complete the online appeals form.

You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form.

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.