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Police Release CCTV in Hunt for Arsonist Who Torched 18 Kayaks in East Leake

Investigators say an accelerant started the blaze, endangering residents.

Overview

  • CCTV shows a suspect igniting a trailer outside a home on The Arches at 12:17 am on March 30 before running away.
  • The fire spread through 18 kayaks, damaged the front of the property, wrote off two cars, and affected neighbours’ vehicles.
  • Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service determined an accelerant was used, confirming the fire was deliberate.
  • Police believe the offender may be local and could have suffered burns, and they ask residents to note a tracksuit matching the video.
  • Anyone with information is urged to call 101 quoting incident 58 of March 30 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.