Boys quizzed over blaze
A BOY as young as 12 has been arrested on suspicion of starting a fire that damaged several new homes.
The 12-year-old and 13-year-old were detained by detectives and questioned on suspicion of arson and bailed until July 19 pending further inquiries.
The fire at a new development in Church Path in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, started around 5.30pm on Saturday and was put out around 6.45pm.
Police are appealing for witnesses. Anyone with information is asked to contact Newport CID on 101.
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