Boys, 12 and 14, arrested on suspicion of arson after major fire in Escobar building
Two boys, aged 12 and 14, have been arrested on suspicion of arson following a major fire at a building in Nottingham. No injuries were reported, though the structure sustained significant damage.
Why it matters
The incident caused significant local disruption and highlights concerns regarding juvenile crime and public safety in urban centers.
Crews were called to a large fire above Escobar, in Market Street, at about 22:00 on Monday.
Nottinghamshire Police and East Midlands Ambulance Service also attended.
At the height of the blaze, 12 fire engines were at the scene with about 70 firefighters working to bring the fire under control.
A number of residents were evacuated and multiple roads surrounding the scene were closed overnight and into Tuesday morning. The fire service said no injuries had been reported.
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