Bradford fire: Police arrest two people after huge blaze at go-kart track

Police have arrested two people following the huge tyre fire in Bradford.

Emergency services were called to reports of a large fire at a go-kart track in the city in the East Bowling area of the city on Monday.

Businesses and residents living nearby were forced to evacuate, schools were closed and transport was disrupted.

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Yesterday (Tuesday), officers arrested a 59-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman in North Yorkshire for conspiracy to commit arson.

The Bradford fire at a go-kart track.The Bradford fire at a go-kart track.
The Bradford fire at a go-kart track.

They were both interviewed by police last night and have been released on bail.

Enquiries remain ongoing, West Yorkshire Police said.

Five fire engines and two aerial appliances are still at the scene this morning, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said.

Police are continuing to support firefighters at the scene.

Detective Superintendent Sarah Jones, of Bradford District Police, said: “Our investigation into the fire is very much in its early stages and we will be continuing work to establish the full circumstances but I want to reassure the community that any criminal acts will be appropriately dealt with.

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“The fire has had a significant impact on both businesses and residents in its vicinity, as well as Bradford city centre and we are continuing to help and support our colleagues at West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, who have been working tirelessly since Monday to control the blaze.

“I would urge anyone who has any information about the incident to come forward and speak to the police to assist with our ongoing enquiries.”

Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area or has any further information is asked to contact Bradford District CID via 101 quoting crime reference number 13200575916 or via https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/contact-us

Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.