Schoolboys arrested after digger damaged in Towcester arson attack

Police believe Sunday's blaze was started deliberately

Police have confirmed two schoolboys were arrested after a digger was damaged by fire in Towcester on Sunday (November 7).

Firefighters from The Mounts and Mereway in Northampton were called to reports of a blaze on derelict land near London Road at around 4.30pm.

A Northamptonshire Police spokesman said: "We believe the blaze was started deliberately.

"Two boys, aged 13 and 14, were arrested in connection with the incident and bailed while enquiries continue."

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