29-07-2025
Woman arrested for Hollywood arson after house fire
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a house fire in Worcestershire. Police were called to reports of the blaze at the home on Oak Tree Lane, Hollywood, between Birmingham and Redditch, at about 16:00 BST on Tuesday. Officers arrested a 41-year-old woman at the scene who they said was still in custody. The road was still shut while the force worked with Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service to make the area safe, a spokesperson said.
Officers were not looking for anyone else in connection with the fire and no injuries were reported, they added.
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