We had an arson attack on our car last week. DH was away so it was me & DS at home - and DS sleeps downstairs so fire was clearly visible through his window.
He was terrified, and I had to leave him alone during fire whilst I went down the drive to try & wane at Fire Brigade (we are set back from road and all houses are Names, not numbers)
Fire Brigade took a while due to arsonists having a fun night . Tyres exploded etc whilst DS stood in doorway watching.
He then heard police talking about "months of fires every night" in last spate of attacks.
Now, whenever we are asked about it, he cries.
We went away for 2 nights and when we came back the burnt car was still there!! Was supposed to have been collected. DS was upset and last night burst into our room too scared to be downstairs and so slept with us.
He is 14. He does not want to talk about it. I have suggested a friend who is a counsellor, but he says no (unless he doesn't "get better" in a few days).
Any suggestions? SHould I try & make him talk about it, or just let it fade? Obviously, we are still dealing with insurance, a ruined carpet inside, a marked driveay etc etc, so hard to ignore.
Just wish the arsonists were made to see what damage they have done to a child.