FURTHER ARREST MADE FOLLOWING SERIES OF FIRES

We have arrested a third suspect as part of ongoing enquiries into a series of fires in the Cannock, Rugeley and Hednesford areas recently.

Today (Monday 10 August), an 11-year-old boy, from Cannock, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted arson with intent to endanger life. He will be questioned in custody.

Two other boys, a 13-year-old and a 12-year-old from the Cannock area, were arrested over the weekend and have since been bailed with conditions while our enquiries continue.

Sergeant Shelley Groves, from the Cannock local policing team, said: “We’re actively carrying out enquiries following a significant spate of fires in the local community recently, which I know has caused plenty of concern.

“While some of these incidents are still under fire investigation, we know that some of these fires have been started deliberately, and we’re actively working to find out who is responsible and to bring them in for questioning.

“If you know anything that could help us identify these people, please get in touch. You can call 101 or use Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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