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Woman arrested in pub arson inquiry

Emily Johnson
BBC News, Yorkshire
Arson inquiry after blaze at Knaresborough pub

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a pub burned down overnight.

Fire crews from six stations were called to The Cricketers in Knaresborough at about 04:00 BST on Tuesday.

Nobody was injured in the incident but North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service said 100% of the building was damaged by fire.

North Yorkshire Police said it was believed the fire was started deliberately.

BBC/Phil Bodmer Police at the scene of Tuesday's fire in KnaresboroughBBC/Phil Bodmer
Police at the scene of Tuesday's fire in Knaresborough

The suspect remains in police custody while the investigation continues.

Knaresborough Town Council posted a statement on social media offering its sympathies to those affected by the fire.

The council urged anyone needing additional support to contact Councillor James Pickard.

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