A FARM on the outskirts of a market town has been hit twice by arsonists in the past week.

Whitehouse Farm in Stokesley was targeted at 5.30am on Monday, April 6, when bales of straw were set on fire. Police say during the incident, the barn was also covered in graffiti by the suspect.

The second incident happened at about 6.15pm on April 8, when logs were set on fire.

Now Stokesley Police wish to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area around the times of these incidents, or who has information to assist the investigation.

Also, anyone who recognises the graffitti "tagging" is also asked to pass on information to the police.

Dial 101 and ask to speak to PC Blair Taylor, or email; blair.taylor@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk

Alternatively, information can be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800-555-111, quoting reference numbers 12150057240 and 12150055667.