Wairarapa Police have made an arrest in relation to seven suspicious fires in Masterton earlier this year.
Six churches and a local business were damaged by fire on 22 February, acts Police believe were intentional.
This morning, Police executed a search warrant at a Masterton address, where a 44-year-old man was arrested without incident. Police have filed seven charges of arson against him and he is expected to appear in the Masterton District Court tomorrow (19 May).
Wairarapa Area Commander Inspector Nick Thom welcomed the arrest.
“I want to acknowledge the support we’ve had from the community during this investigation. The fires were unsettling and upsetting for many people, and I hope today’s arrest brings some comfort.
“Information from the public has played a pivotal role in this investigation and I want to thank everyone who has helped us, including the dedicated investigators who have spent months following leads and making enquiries.”
As the case is before the court, Police are unable to comment further.
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Was this the same guy who MONTHS AGO admitted to the fires on video? Your NZ tax dollars (rupees?) hard at work.
Rupees
That’s a good one
Not so far fetched
Trade deals
Who is more evil?
The arsonist
Or no doubt the fake Christian Church
Which brand of snake oil to You prefer
you sound like you need a bit of a lie down.
These are ‘nothing less than hate crimes’. If it was a mosque or a synagogue, the media would be out for blood.