Blaze Horror in Banbury: Suspected Arson Sparks Police Hunt
Thames Valley Police are on the lookout after a suspected arson fire broke out on Abbey Road, Banbury, in the early hours of Sunday, 22 July. The blaze started sometime between midnight and 1am, but thankfully, the property was empty and the fire was quickly contained.
Police Seek Eyewitnesses to Early Morning Fire
Detective Constable Rachel Edmunds from Banbury CID urged anyone who saw or heard anything around the time of the fire to come forward immediately. “Thankfully no one was inside the property at the time of the fire,” she confirmed.
Man Arrested But Released Under Investigation
A 30-year-old local man has been arrested on suspicion of arson but has since been released under investigation while inquiries continue.
How to Help the Investigation
- Call Thames Valley Police on 101 quoting reference 43180223418
- Report information online at thamesvalley.police.uk
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
