Man Charged with Arson After Margate Tesco Blaze
Fire Sparks Court Case
A 32-year-old man is set to face court over a fire at a Margate Tesco Express. Richard Stent, from Granville Street, Dover, was charged with arson with intent to endanger life.
Blaze Broke Out in Store
The fire erupted at the Canterbury Road food store on the morning of Wednesday, 13 March 2019. Emergency services swiftly responded to the incident.
Virtual Court Appearance and Next Steps
Stent appeared via virtual link at Medway Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 14 March 2019. He was remanded in custody and is due to appear at Crown Court on 11 April 2019.
