A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of starting a large fire at a former school in the UK. The fire, which broke out at the disused school, did not put any lives at risk but caused significant damage to the building. The teenager was taken into custody by officers from the local police force and is currently being questioned.
The exact circumstances surrounding the fire are yet to be determined, but police have confirmed that the 15-year-old is being held on suspicion of criminal damage arson. The school, which has been vacant for several years, has been the subject of redevelopment plans, but no work was being carried out at the time of the fire.
The safety of the public was not compromised during the incident, as the school has been closed for some time and was not in use. However, the fire has raised concerns about the security of the site and the potential risks posed to the community.
The investigation into the fire is ongoing, and police are working to determine the cause of the blaze. The local authority has been informed of the incident and will be working with the police to ensure that the site is secured and that any necessary safety measures are put in place.