THOUSANDS of pounds worth of damage has been caused to a bike and bin store in Somerset.

On Wednesday, March 13 at around 5.45am, an unknown man walked to the building on Sunnybank Court, in Frome.

Police believe the man set fire to the building.

Night-vision CCTV footage shows the man strolling towards the building moments prior to when the fire broke out.

A spokesperson said: "We are appealing for the public’s help in an ongoing arson investigation.

"Officers believe the man in the footage may have information which can aid their enquiries.

"He is described as white, of average build, with short, dark hair. He is shown carrying a cross body bag and wearing cargo trousers and a jumper.

"If you have any information which could help, or recognise the man in the video, please call us.

"If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5224064599, or complete our online appeals form."