Suspected arsonist appears in court after series of fires

Detectives investigating a string of suspected arson attacks have placed a man before the courts.

Nottinghamshire Police and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to a series of fires in Hucknall between 10pm on Monday (11 November) and 12.20am on Tuesday (12 November).

A number of vehicles and fencing were damaged following incidents in Griffiths Way, Pagett Close and Story Gardens.

Detectives, neighbourhood police and other teams have been carrying out local inquiries alongside fire service colleagues as part of an investigation.

Daniel Harrison, aged 31, of Hill Road, Bestwood Village, has been charged with five counts of arson and appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court today (14 November).

He was remanded in custody until his next appearance at Nottingham Crown Court on 12 December 2024.

Detective Sergeant Nathan Bingham, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:

“We understand these incidents will have caused concern in the community so I’m pleased to share this update in our investigation.

“Police patrols were immediately increased in response to the fires and neighbourhood teams will be in the area to provide further reassurance over the coming days.

“Any arson attack has the potential to result in devastating consequences and any report is investigated thoroughly by the fire service and police.”