Six arrests as two rescued from burning Bognor Regis building
One of the men has also been arrested on suspicion of assault.
Six men have been arrested after two people had to be rescued from a burning property in Bognor Regis.
It happened last night on Station Road, with five fire engines sent to tackle the blaze.
The arrested men are being held on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.
One of them was also arrested on suspicion of assault.
The ages of the men range between 34 and 60.
Sussex Police is appealing for witnesses, and says "all remain in custody at this time and an investigation is underway.
"An increased police presence can be expected."
A spokesperson for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said: "Last night (24 October) at 10.48pm we received reports of a fire at a residential building in Station Road, Bognor Regis.
"Joint Fire Control sent five fire engines and a command support unit to the scene.
"Upon arrival firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the premises and rescued two people from the building. The casualties were given oxygen therapy before being placed in the care of crews from South East Coast Ambulance Service.
"The fire was extinguished using hose reels, jets and a thermal imaging camera, and the building was ventilated to clear the area of smoke.
"Our Fire Investigation Officers were at the scene overnight, and we are now working with Sussex Police to assist with their investigation."