Dog died in Lee-on-the-Solent petrol station fire as arrested man remains in hospital after suffering life-changing injuries
A Fareham man remains in hospital following a shocking petrol station fire last week in which it has been confirmed a dog died.
The 51-year-old suffered life-changing injuries when a fire at the BP petrol station on Broom Way, Lee-on-the-Solent, engulfed two cars and a petrol pump on Thursday, December 4. He was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life having been rushed to Queen Alexandra Hospital for treatment.
The police have now confirmed to The News that “a dog was found dead at the scene” with enquiries “ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the incident”.
Initial reports to the police related to a man being seen with an axe on the forecourt of the petrol station. The axe was later recovered from the scene.
Last week, the police asked for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: “A 51-year-old man from Fareham arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life remains in hospital receiving treatment for life changing injuries. The axe was recovered at the scene. No further arrests have been made at this time.
“Anyone in the area at the time who saw anything that may support our enquiries can call 101 and quote 44250546392.”