The quick action of Police has resulted in the arrest of one person following an investigation into a suspicious fire at a commercial premises on Oruanui Street in Taupō.
The fire was reported to emergency services around 10.30pm on Tuesday 3 February.
One property sustained substantial damage, and spread to the adjoining building, which sustained minor fire damage.
Thankfully, the premises were unoccupied, and no injuries were reported.
A fire investigator inspected the scene on Wednesday morning, indicating the fire was lit deliberately.
Evidence led to a 53-year-old man being charged with arson. He appeared in the Taupō District Court today and is remanded in custody until 17 March.
As the matter is now before the courts, Police cannot comment further.
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Issued by Police Media Centre