Man arrested after suspected arson at Portsmouth school

Officers investigating a fire at Manor Infant School in Portsmouth have arrested a man on suspicion of arson.

We received reports of a fire at a wooden lodge on the school grounds at 7:45pm on Monday 1 April.

An 18 year-old man from Portsmouth has been arrested on suspicion of arson. He has been released on conditional bail until Wednesday 3 July while enquiries continue.

If you were in the area and saw anything suspicious, or if you have information that could help our investigation, please call 101 quoting reference number 44240137352.

You can also report online via https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or visit their website, below.

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