A man and a woman are arrested on suspicion of arson after a large fire in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Staffordshire Police say the blaze damages multiple properties, with reports indicating four houses are affected.
Police identify the suspects as a 23-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman. The arrests are made as part of an investigation into the cause of the fire.
Outlet coverage is limited, with most details focused on the arrest and the fire’s impact. The Independent reports both the age of the arrested pair and the extent of damage, while the Daily Express presents the story as breaking news with ongoing live updates and media coverage.