Two fires in Helsingborg – teenager arrested on suspicion of arson

The police and emergency services were called to the fire in the leisure center shortly before half past one on Sunday. On site, another fire was discovered on the roof of a nearby pizzeria.

On site, a security guard was also attacked with objects thrown by unknown persons.

– When we get there together with the rescue service, a security guard is already on site, and the security guard is then pelted with things from young people, says Patric Fors, press spokesperson at the police region South.

An arrested

The police checked several people at the scene and in connection with this a 17-year-old boy was arrested.

– He is now arrested on suspicion of arson, says Patric Fors.

Several interrogations have been held with the suspect during the night and the police have also carried out a technical investigation at the scene. Another report of damage has been drawn up.

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