Arrest made after arsons committed in Cheltenham

36 year old man arrested on suspicion of arson

Author: Chris TatePublished 7th Sep 2021

A 36-year old man has been arrested in connection with a series of arsons in Hatherley and Charlton Kings area of Cheltenham.

Last Wednesday evening a number of hedges were set on fire on Broad Oak Way - police also received reports of similar incidents in Charlton Kings on the same day.

Officers arrested the man yesterday afternoon and he's been released as they continue their enquiries.

Police are continuing to ask witnesses to come forward so that they can piece together what happened. They're asking anyone with information to contact them on 101.

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