Deliberate Blaze Hits Eccleston House in Early Morning Fire
Emergency services rushed to Eccleston House on Aiken Street just after 6am today following a suspicious fire.
Man Arrested Over Arson With Intent to Endanger Lives
Avon Fire & Rescue Service confirmed the fire was started deliberately. This afternoon, police arrested a man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.
Community Rallies to Support Displaced Residents
“We’re grateful to the community for their support for the displaced residents, with rest centres at Tawfiq Masjid and Centre and St Patrick’s Catholic Church. bristol/" title="Bristol" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Bristol 1 Council-led teams are working to help residents with welfare, care and accommodation needs,” said an Avon & Somerset Police spokesperson.
Police Urge Public to Come Forward
Enquiries are ongoing. Anyone with information that could aid the investigation is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference 5222252558.
