ARSONISTS are suspected of setting fire to a field of cut crops in the early hours today, Friday, July 25.

A passing motorist reported seeing flames, although it was unclear what was on fire.

On arrival at the incident in Keenthorne, Fiddington, at 2am crews requested back up.

There were about 20 seats of fire in the field.

Police also attended and duty of care was handed to the farmer.