A man has been arrested after a terraced house was destroyed in a suspected arson attack.
Fire crews were called at 21:21 last night to the two-storey home in Ascension Close in Popley, Basingstoke.
About 30 firefighters spent three hours tackling the blaze which spread to the lofts of neighbouring properties but caused no injuries, Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said.
Police said a 57-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of arson and remains in custody.
Breaking news this evening: @Hants_fire is dealing with a house fire at Ascension Close in Popley, Basingstoke.
— Basingstoke Gazette (@BasGazette) March 13, 2020
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Fire appears to have been put out now but lots of emergency service workers at the scene, making it safe.
— Basingstoke Gazette (@BasGazette) March 13, 2020
Police currently trying to track down people who live in this row of homes to help them. pic.twitter.com/4Al1Rhnw0n
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