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Teenage boys arrested after Locking Farm industrial fire

8/24/2026

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Police Arrest Teens

Avon and Somerset Police arrested teenage boys on suspicion of arson after the Locking Farm Industrial Estate fire.
The blaze started in a field near the estate at 03:03 BST on 18 August 2026.
The fire destroyed several industrial units, damaged businesses and closed the A371 for most of the day.
Detectives reviewed CCTV, conducted house-to-house enquiries and released the teenage suspects under investigation.

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Fire Service Responds

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service deployed eight fire engines and water carriers to Caldyne Business Park blaze.
UK Power Networks cut power to over 2,000 homes and businesses, then restored supply.
The fire destroyed a workshop, several vehicles—including electric and heavy-goods trucks—and gas cylinders.
West Sussex County Council’s Resilience and Emergencies Team assisted vulnerable residents.
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service and Sussex Police launched a joint investigation.

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Police Arrest Teens

Avon and Somerset Police arrested teenage boys on suspicion of arson after the Locking Farm Industrial Estate fire.
The blaze started in a field near the estate at 03:03 BST on 18 August 2026.
The fire destroyed several industrial units, damaged businesses and closed the A371 for most of the day.
Detectives reviewed CCTV, conducted house-to-house enquiries and released the teenage suspects under investigation.

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