POLICE have arrested three people in connection with a fire at Colwyn Bay Cricket Club in the early hours of today (May 20).

A joint investigation has also opened with North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, who also sent crew members to the scene of the fire, on Penrhyn Avenue, Rhos-on-Sea.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact police.

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A North Wales Police spokesperson said: “At just after 12.15am this morning, North Wales Police received reports of a fire at Colwyn Bay Cricket Club.

“Officers attended the scene along with crewmembers from North Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

“Early investigations have led to the arrest of three people and a joint investigation with the fire service has commenced.

“If you witnessed anything in the area at the time, or have any information that could help us with our enquiries, please contact us via LiveChat or 101.”

A North Wales Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson added: "We were called at 12.17am to the fire on Penrhyn Avenue,Rhos on Sea, Conwy.

"Two crews from Colwyn Bay and two crews from Llandudno attended.

"The fire caused 100 per cent fire damage to a building to the rear of the cricket club.

"The cause of the fire is currently under investigation."

A fundraising appeal has also been launched in aid of Conwy Connect for Learning Disabilities.

Organiser Catherine Thornton said :”After a mindless arson attack on Colwyn Bay cricket club, Conwy Connect’s Saturday morning art club for learning disabled, ASD (autistm spectrum disorder) children have lost all their equipment in the fire.

“We are asking for donations to cover what we have lost.”

The appeal, which has so far raised £530, exceeding its £500 goal, can be found at: www.gofundme.com/f/3azar-childrens-art-club.

A Colwyn Bay Cricket Club spokesperson added: "All of the club are stunned by this mindless act of vandalism; it benefits no-one and disadvantages many.

"Not only was this facility used by the cricket club, but it was a wonderful community asset being the meeting point for many local groups of all ages: Conwy Connect, Colwyn Abbey Players and several bridge clubs, to name a few.

"On a positive note, we are not going to be cowed by this. We shall rebuild stronger and better."