Community devastated after huge fire at church

Detectives have charged a teenage boy following two arson incidents at the All Saints Church in Fleet.

The 16-year old boy from Fleet - who cannot be named for legal reasons – was charged with arson recklessly endangering life for the fire at the church on June 22. He was also charge with arson for an incident at the church on June 16th.

He appeared in court earlier and has been remanded in youth detention. He will appear at Winchester Crown Court on 22 July.

Police appealing for information and witnesses following a fire at the All Saints Church on Church Road, Fleet have arrested a 16-year-old boy.

Officers attended the scene of the fire at 5.49pm yesterday after being notified by colleagues from Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Areas around the church were sealed off while fire crews worked to put out the flames and examine damage to the building.

There were no reports of any injuries and officers are investigating whether the fire is linked to any similar reports.

A 17 year-old boy from Fleet was arrested on suspicion of arson and has been bailed until August 27, pending further investigation.

A 16-year-old boy from Basingstoke was arrested yesterday evening and is currently assisting police with their enquiries.

A 17 year-old boy from Fleet arrested on suspicion of arson following a fire at All Saints Church has been released on bail until August 27, pending further investigation.

Fire crews were called to the scene yesterday evening. Areas around the church were sealed off and it took fire crews 3 hours to put out the flames. The roof and interior of the building has been completely destroyed.

Police officers are in the area providing reassurance to local churches and the community. They're also renewing their appeal for witnesses.

A vicar of a church in Fleet has said he is shocked, devastated and horrified by a fire which ripped through the building yesterday.

The roof of All Saints Church was engulfed in flames last night as black smoke billowed over the town. The interior of the building was destroyed. A teenager is under arrest on suspicion of arson.

But as firefighters dampen down and investigate the cause, the congregation is sharing memories of the building and vowing to rebuild.

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Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a fire at the All Saints Church on Church Road, Fleet.

Officers attended the scene of the fire at just before 6pm on Monday after being notified by colleagues from Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Areas around the church were sealed off while fire crews worked to put out the flames and examine damage to the building.

There were no reports of any injuries and officers are investigating whether the fire is linked to any similar reports.

Sergeant Rob Wallis from Fleet Neighbour Policing Team said: “The fire has completely destroyed the church and has understandably caused concern within the local community.

“Our officers are in the area providing reassurance to local churches and the community.”

A 17 year-old from Fleet has been arrested on suspicion of arson and is currently helping police with their enquiries.

A 17-year-old boy from Fleet has been arrested on suspicion of arson in connection with the fire that engulfed a church last night.

Police were called at 5.49pm on Monday, June 22, 2015 to a fire at All Saints Church on Church Road, Fleet.

Areas around the church were sealed off while fire crews worked to put out the flames and examine damage to the building.

Officers from Hampshire Constabulary increased patrols overnight to maintain public safety and preserve any evidence that may assist in establishing the cause of the fire.

Rushmoor fire crews have finally left the scene of a fire which devastated a church in Hampshire.

Firefighters tackled the blaze at the All Saints Church in Fleet yesterday evening and worked through the night to dampen the Grade 2 building.

The police are now investigating the cause and circumstances of the fire,

North East Hampshire MP Ranil Jayawardena was devastated to hear about the fire at All Saints Church in Fleet.

He said: "I was shocked by the fire at All Saints Church, it's a loss for the whole community.

"My thoughts go to all those involved and affected by the fire. Hampshire Fire and Rescue did an incredible job tackling the blaze and I know everyone is grateful for all they did."

Members of the community in Fleet have come together to create a page dedicated to the church that was destroyed by fire yesterday.

The All Saints Church in Hampshire caught alight after 5.30pm last night and the roof was left a burnt out shell.

The church's website is now asking for people to come forward and share their memories of the church building.

They are also asking for hopes and prayers for the future.

One pump remains at the scene following last night's fire at a church in Fleet.

The Grade two listed building was destroyed by flames after the fire broke out in All Saints Church around 5:30pm spreading rapidly throughout the building.

Firefighters from Fleet, Rushmoor and Hartley Wintney battled the fire for more than three hours.