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Billingham library blaze: Two boys come forward to police - BBC News

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A huge orange inferno lights up a building in Billingham. In the foreground are two traffic lights a road sign and some trees..

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Two 12-year-old boys come forward to police following Billingham library fire

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Two 12-year-old boys have voluntarily spoken to Cleveland Police detectives following a fire that destroyed the former Roseberry Library in Billingham on Tuesday evening. The blaze caused significant damage and local disruption. Additionally, a 14-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of arson on Wednesday has been released on bail as investigations continue.

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  • Two 12-year-old boys came forward voluntarily to Cleveland Police on Thursday and were interviewed by detectives.
  • The fire on Tuesday evening destroyed the former Roseberry Library on Queensway, Billingham.
  • The blaze caused significant building damage, road closures, and disruption to local businesses and residents.
  • A 14-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of arson on Wednesday has been bailed pending further investigations.
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