3 men, aged 23, arrested for arson in Waipawa, NZ, on Sept 7, fires spread due to strong winds, public alert prompted authorities.

Three 23-year-old men have been arrested and charged with arson for igniting large vegetation fires in Waipawa, New Zealand, on September 7. The fires were reportedly started when fireworks were shot from a moving vehicle on Hautope Road, exacerbated by strong winds. A member of the public alerted authorities, preventing further damage. The suspects are set to appear in Hastings District Court on October 1.

September 30, 2024
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