Man arrested on suspicion of arson in Southend

It comes after a fire at a property on Thursday evening

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 4th Feb 2022
Last updated 4th Feb 2022

A man's been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire at a house in Southend.

Police were called to South Avenue by the fire service at around 8:40pm. Nobody was hurt during the incident.

The 26 year old is being questioned on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody.

Officers are now appealing for witnesses, or for anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage, to come forward.

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