Suspicious Fire Rips Through Horsebox and Trailers in Birchington
Kent Police are probing a suspicious blaze that broke out early Tuesday in Birchington. At around 3.20am on 15 November 2022, officers were alerted to a horsebox on fire at a site on St Margaret’s Road.
Fire Spreads to Trailers and Trees
Kent Fire and Rescue quickly doused the flames that had spread from the horsebox to nearby trailers and trees. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
Police Hunting Witnesses After Early Morning Blaze
The fire, believed to have started before 3am, is being treated as suspicious. Detectives attended the scene to kick off their investigation.
Officers are keen to speak to anyone who saw two people lurking in the area just before the fire took hold. If you witnessed anything, or have CCTV or dashcam footage that could help, contact Kent Police immediately.
- Call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting incident 15-0107
- Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their online form
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