Arson Sparks Petrol Station Blaze

A man has been charged following a fiery incident at a BP petrol station in Lee-on-the-Solent. The dramatic blaze broke out on Thursday, 4 December, at the Broom Way forecourt.

Police were called at 11:15am after a man was spotted wielding an axe on the premises. Moments later, a fire erupted, rapidly spreading to multiple vehicles and petrol pumps, sparking chaos.

Injuries, Fatality, and Arrest

Emergency crews from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire Service and South Central Ambulance attended the scene. Officers found a man suffering burn injuries. He was rushed to the hospital for treatment.

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