Man charged with arson over North Canterbury tyre fire
Man charged with arson over North Canterbury tyre fire 31 Jan, 2021 06:54 PM 5 minutes to read Emergency services were called to the blaze on Racecourse Rd at about 3.10pm. A police spokesperson said they have arrested and charged a 63-year-old man in relation to the arson. He was expected to appear in the Christchurch District Court on Saturday. Advertisement "Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to this incident however enquiries are continuing." A public health warning was issued amid concerns of toxic substances billowing into the air during the fire. The "very, very hot" blaze...