Police investigating an incident of arson in Carlisle

Officers are appealing for any witnesses to the incident

Author: Julie CastonPublished 21st May 2025

Police are investigating an incident of arson in Carlisle. It happened on Sunday 18th May at approximately 1:45am on Waldegrave Road.

No one was injured and officers have since arrested a man, aged 36, in connection with the incident.

Police are appealing for any witnesses who may have seen the incident take place or know who else may have been involved.

Cumbria Police said:

"Anyone with information regarding this is asked to contact Cumbria Police on 101 quoting log 26 of 18 May. You can also report online via www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it

"Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111".

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