Police continue to appeal for information from the public following series of alleged arson incidents, Hastings

Hastings Police continue to appeal for information after a 47-year-old man has been charged in relation to seven alleged arson incidents this weekend.

On Saturday 15 August, Police were made aware of multiple arsons in the Hastings area between 2am and 3.15am.

These incidents occurred around the Hastings CBD and Akina residential areas.

Following further enquiries and information provided by the public, Police have charged the man in relation to seven alleged arson incidents. We would like to thank those who have provided information that has assisted in our investigation.

Police would now like to speak with anyone who went to the Common Room Bar on Heretaunga Street East between late Friday 14 August and 2am Saturday 15 August, as they may have information that can assist our enquiries.

We also ask those in the Hastings CBD, Hastings residential, and the Havelock North Community to review any CCTV footage they may have of their properties between 2am and 6am on Saturday 15 August.

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