Police investigate suspected arson attack in Wootton

Emergency services were called just before 5am on Saturday
By Holly Patel
Published 28th May 2020, 13:14 BST
Updated 28th May 2020, 15:34 BST
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Police investigating a suspected arson attack in Wootton on Saturday morning are appealing for information.

At around 4.50am on Saturday (23 May), emergency services were called to a block of flats in Harris Way following reports that a fire had broken out.

Occupants were evacuated safely.

Police are investigating a suspected arson attack (C) Bedfordshire Fire and RescuePolice are investigating a suspected arson attack (C) Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue
Police are investigating a suspected arson attack (C) Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue
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PC Zoe Keepin, investigating, said: “This is a terrible incident and fortunately residents were quickly and safely evacuated.

“We believe this fire was started deliberately and we are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or seen someone they don’t know enter or leave the building.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact 101, or use the online reporting centre, quoting reference number 40/27669/20.

Alternatively, please contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.