Appeal for information following house fire arrest

A 47-year-old man has been remanded in custody following a house fire in Nelson last week, and police are appealing for information from the public.

At around 9.50pm on Wednesday 21 May, police were called to Konini St after a report of a house fire.

One person received serious injuries and were transported to hospital.

Detective Sergeant Ian Langridge says they are now appealing for the public’s help to identify two witnesses who were travelling in a vehicle on the night of the incident.

“It is believed they stopped and picked up an occupant of the Konini St address some time that night.

“Police also urge residents in the Konini St and Vanguard St areas to come forward if they have located any unfamiliar items on their property.”

The 47-year-old man has been remanded in custody and is due to reappear in Nelson District Court on 16 June, facing multiple charges including arson and wounding with intent to injure.

If you have any information that can assist police, you can do so online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking ‘Update Report’ or by calling 105 using the reference number 250522/0382.

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.