Police investigating suspected arson at Margate flats

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An appeal for information has been issued by police officers investigating a suspected arson in Margate.

It was reported that between 10pm and 10.15pm on Thursday (July 25), there was a fire in the communal hallway of a block of flats in St John’s Road.

Kent Police attended the scene, along with Kent Fire and Rescue Service who put out the blaze. The cause of the fire is being treated as suspicious at this time.

Anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything suspicious or unusual, is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/143356/19.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org