Arson charge after Invercargill karate club fire

  • 23/09/2015
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By 3 News online staff

A 15-year old has been charged with arson in relation to a fire at a karate club building in Invercargill yesterday.

Police say the fire happened at the Goju Ryu Karate Club on Layard St at around 3:30pm and caused a "moderate amount" of damage.

The teen was arrested last night and has been referred to youth aid.

Police are continuing to investigate the incident.

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