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A 24-year-old man from Felixstowe has been released on bail following a suspected arson attack in Ipswich that left two people hospitalised.
The big picture: Six people escaped a house fire on Portman Road early Tuesday morning in what police believe was a targeted attack. Two residents suffered leg fractures after jumping from an upstairs window.
Key details:
The fire broke out just before 5:20 on Tuesday, 13 August
Four people escaped uninjured, while two were taken to hospital
11 residents from neighbouring properties were evacuated
Police are treating the incident as suspicious
What's next: The suspect has been bailed until 12 November 2024. Police have set up a crime scene and are appealing for witnesses or anyone who saw suspicious behaviour in the area before the fire.
How to help: Anyone with information should contact South CID at Landmark House in Ipswich, quoting reference 45775/24. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
The bottom line: This suspected arson attack has left two people injured and disrupted the lives of nearby residents. Police are urging the community to come forward with any information that could aid their investigation.
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