Two boys arrested after fire at empty Brotherton restaurant

A fire at the former Thaal restaurant on the Great North Road was reported late last night (21 September).

The empty building is believed to have suffered considerable damage.

Boys aged 12 and 15 were arrested in the early hours of this morning on suspicion of arson and remain in custody. Officers have not ruled out further arrests.

No injuries or missing people have been reported. A full search of the property will be carried out once it is safe.

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