Fourth arrest over retail park fire
Emergency services were called to St James Retail Park on Saturday (31 May)
Last updated 3rd Jun 2025
A fourth boy's been arrested in connection with the fire at St James Retail Park in Northampton.
Emergency services were called to the Dunelm store off Towcester Road on Saturday afternoon around 3pm.
Three teenagers were arrested shortly afterwards on suspicion of arson - a 13 year old boy was released without any further action.
The two others boys aged 14 and 15 have been bailed pending further enquiries.
A 14 year old has now also been detained, he's in police custody.
Detective Inspector Nick Peters said, "This investigation continues at a fast pace however I would continue to appeal for anyone with information to come forward.
"If you were in the area at the time and saw anything suspicious, no matter how small, please contact us.
"We have spoken to a lot of witnesses already but we are still keen to hear from anyone else who has not yet contacted us."