Volunteers shocked as charity's van destroyed in suspected arson attack

Volunteers at Sunderland charity have been left “deeply shocked” after a suspected arson attack on their van destroyed items which were going to be distributed to some of the city’s most vulnerable residents.

- by Neil Fatkin

The incident involving the Pallion Action Group vehicle is reported to have taken place in the early hours of Friday, September 19.

The group is a registered charity which supports people in the local community, providing educational, recreational and social activities as well as welfare and benefits support and guidance.

Following the incident, the charity put out a post on social media addressed from the Chief Executive Officer, Karen Noble, who said: “In the early hours of Friday our charity van was the target of a suspected arson attack.

“Thankfully, no one was hurt - and for that we are truly grateful - but we cannot ignore just how devastating this could have been.”