Man arrested after arson attack on house
DETECTIVES investigating an arson attack on a house in Leeds have arrested a man in connection with the incident.
The 24-year-old was arrested last night on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life, in relation to the attack at a house on Butterbowl Mount, Farnley.
It happened in the early hours of Saturday, with a mother and young child having to be rescued by firefighters shortly after midnight.
Anyone with any information which could assist the investigation is asked to contact Leeds District CID via 101, quoting crime reference 13210599474, or online via www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat/.
Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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