Police investigating the devastating fire that engulfed Luton Airport and incinerated up to 1,500 vehicles have made a significant breakthrough in the case. Flights were grounded, and chaos ensued as the flames consumed the multi-storey car park at the airport, leaving investigators with a daunting task to uncover the cause of the inferno.
Now, a man in his 30s has been arrested and questioned by detectives on suspicion of criminal damage in connection with the catastrophic blaze. While the suspect’s identity remains undisclosed, it is believed that he owned a vehicle that was parked in the structure in the lead-up to the fire.
The fire is suspected to have ignited due to a fault in one of the parked vehicles, but investigators are meticulously examining all possible angles in their quest for answers. The arrest represents a significant development in the case, though authorities have described it as a “precautionary” measure.
Following his questioning, the suspect has been released on bail as the investigation into the incident continues. Bedfordshire Police issued a statement saying, “We are carrying out a thorough investigation into all lines of enquiry.
The fire, which brought Luton Airport to a standstill, has had a profound impact on the area. Building experts have raised concerns about the structural integrity of the affected car park, suggesting that it is on the brink of collapse. Ollie Jaycock, a representative from Luton Airport, noted, “We’ve had a structural assessment undertaken; it’s been deemed to be unsafe so we can’t allow people to walk around it in its current condition. The work that’s ongoing is to work with the relevant experts to determine whether or not any cars can be removed from the car park and therefore offer that possibility of retrieving personal belongings.
As investigators continue their work, questions remain about the extent of the damage caused by the fire and the impact it will have on the airport’s operations in the coming months.
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