Teenagers arrested in connection with suspected arson after fire in Alnwick

Fire crews attended a ‘large scale’ fire in a property on Fenkle Street on Sunday night.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “Just after 9pm yesterday (Sunday), we received a report of a fire ongoing at a premises on Fenkle Street in Alnwick.

“Emergency services colleagues attended at the time, and they currently remain on scene.

“At the current time, the fire is being treated as arson and last night, two teenage boys were arrested in connection with the incident. They currently remain in police custody.” Anyone with information which could help should send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media or use the live chat and report forms on the Force’s website. For those unable to make contact via the above ways, call 101. Please quote reference number: 26000431939.

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) crews worked into the night to put the blaze out and advised local residents to stay clear of the area.

A NFRS spokesperson said: “Following calls from members of the public at approximately 9pm last night, Northumberland Fire & Rescue Service sent five fire appliances to a large building fire in Alnwick town centre.

“Crews worked hard as part of a multi agency response throughout the night to make sure the fire did not spread to any adjoining buildings.

“Crews remain on scene this morning damping down hotspots. Roads in Alnwick town centre remain closed with disruption likely to continue throughout the day."

The ground floor was occupied by Dickinsons furniture store until its closure in October 2017.