Fleetwood fire: Police give major update as two arrested over blaze which ravaged former store

Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of arson following the fire which ravaged the former M&S store in Fleetwood on Wednesday night.

Eight fire crews were called to the blaze in Lord Street and a spokesperson for Lancashire Police said this morning: “At 5pm on Wednesday, June 3, we were called to reports of a fire at an abandoned property on Lord Street, Fleetwood.

“Emergency services, including our officers, attended the scene and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service put the fire out.

“Following enquiries, two boys have been arrested.

“A 13 year old boy and a 15 year old boy, both from Fleetwood. have been arrested on suspicion of arson.”

“They are currently in custody.”