Police can confirm that a man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent in relation to a property fire on the Coast Road, Barrow. Three people have received minor injuries. The road has now reopened. Previous release: Police received reports this morning (22 Sept) at 7:04am of an ongoing property fire near to the Coast Road, Barrow. Cumbria Police, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service are currently in attendance. The Coast Road, Barrow is currently closed in both directions. Please can we ask members of the public to avoid the area.
UPDATE: Emergency services are in attendance at property in Barrow
Emergency services responded to a fire at a property on Coast Road in Barrow, leading to the arrest of a man in his 30s on suspicion of arson with intent. Three individuals sustained minor injuries. The road has since been reopened.
Reported for Barrow-in-Furness based on a statement from Cumbria Police.
Source: Cumbria Police — read the original article →
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