East Auckland arson attacks causing concern

  • Breaking
  • 11/03/2015

A spate of arson attacks in the East Auckland suburb of Howick, are being investigated by police.

Since the start of this year, 11 scrub fires have been lit in the area, usually around local reserves, children's play areas and residential areas.

Detective Sergeant Glenn Wilkinson says the fires are putting local residents in serious danger.

"Recent hot and dry conditions mean that these fires have the potential to spread to the nearby residential housing, which is putting lives and properties at risk."

Police are encouraging anybody who may have seen suspicious behaviour or know something about these incidents to get in touch.

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