Girl, 12, arrested after huge fire rips through iconic Debenhams department store in Canterbury

A 12-YEAR-OLD girl has been arrested after a fire engulfed the iconic Debenhams store.

Around 50 firefighters rushed to the scene after flames engulfed the central Canterbury venue on Monday night.

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Officers continue to investigate a fire at a Debenhams store in CanterburyCredit: UKNIPAbout 50 firefighters were fighting the fire on Monday evening

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Around 50 firefighters battled the blaze on Monday eveningCredit: UKNIPRoads were closed, and some nearby residents were evacuated

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Roads are closed, and some nearby residents have been evacuatedCredit: UKNIPA 12-year-old girl is the last person to be arrested

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A 12-year-old girl is the last person to be arrestedCredit: UKNIP

Police today confirmed that a 12-year-old girl was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the incident and has now been released on bail pending further enquiries.

It comes after two boys, both aged 15, were also arrested and later released.

Eight fire trucks, two tall trucks and about 50 firefighters were ready to bring the fire under control.

Roads were closed and 30 residents were evacuated from nine flats as the fire in Guildhall Street ravaged the building.

The first arrested on Tuesday was a 15-year-old boy.

Kent Police said today that he has been released on bail.

A 15-year-old from Ashford who was arrested on Wednesday was later released without charge.

Police continue to appeal for witnesses or anyone with information and thank those who have already come forward.

Anyone who can help with inquiries is urged to contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 03-0160.

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Anyone who can assist with the investigation is urged to contact Kent Police

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Anyone who can help with inquiries is urged to contact Kent PoliceCredit: BPMPolice said the girl was arrested Wednesday night

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Police said the girl was arrested on Wednesday nightCredit: UKNIP

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