Man arrested on suspicion of arson after Tilehurst fire
Police appeal for witnesses to the incident
A fire at the Meadway Precinct in Tilehurst yesterday has led to the arrest of a 45-year-old man from Reading on suspicion of arson.
Emergency services received reports of the fire at around 4pm, and thankfully, nobody was harmed, and there is believed to be no threat to the wider community.
The man remains in police custody while investigations continue, and a police cordon is currently in place at the scene.
Police have thanked residents for their patience during the incident response.
Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward, particularly anyone who saw the fire or the moments leading up to it.
Anyone with information is asked to call police.