Man continues to be questioned over Hanley house fire

A woman was left with serious injuries in the incident

Author: Adam FawcettPublished 8th Jan 2024

A man is being questioned this morning over a house fire in Hanley, which left a woman injured.

Emergency services were called to the property on Eagle Street just before midday on Saturday.

A woman had to be rescued by firefighters and was rushed to the local hospital. Staffordshire Police say she suffered serious burns, and they believe the fire was started deliberately.

A 47-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent has been arrested on suspicion of arson.

He remains in custody for questioning.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Staffordshire Police on 101.