A man in his 30s was arrested in connection with an arson fire at Havering Town Hall on May 20, 2024. However, he was released without further action as the Metropolitan Police noted that the investigation has been filed due to insufficient evidence. Firefighters contained the fire, which damaged a ground floor office, without any injuries reported. The police stated that the fire appears to have been started deliberately. The investigation may be reopened if new information arises, and Havering Council has been approached for comments.
A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire at Havering Town Hall on May 20, 2024. He has since been released without further action.
The investigation has since been filed due to a lack of positive lines of enquiry. Should further information come forward, the investigation could be considering for reopening.
Two fire engines from Romford and Harold Hill fire stations were called to the Town Hall just before 10pm on May 20, 2024. The fire partially damaged a ground floor office.
Firefighters contained the blaze within an hour, and the Met Police confirmed that it appeared to have been started deliberately.
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