Arrest over suspected arson attack in Bognor Regis
Eleven people, including children, were checked over by paramedics as a precaution
A man has been arrested in connection with a fire at a block of flats in Bognor Regis.
Police were called to support the fire service following the incident at College Court in Northcliffe Road around 4.36am on Thursday 2 February.
The occupants from all affected flats were safely evacuated to nearby Butlins with the assistance of the local authority.
Eleven people, including children, were checked over by paramedics as a precaution.
Three dogs and a rabbit were also rescued from the building.
No injuries were reported.
Following enquiries, officers arrested a 22-year-old man from Bognor Regis on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. He has been bailed with conditions until 4 March.
An investigation to establish the exact circumstances of what happened remains ongoing, and anyone with any information – or any relevant footage – is urged to report it online or via 101, quoting serial 157 of 02/02.
You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report it online.