Officers investigating a recent series of arsons at the Ocean Hotel in Sandown have made another arrest.
Yesterday (Tuesday 3rd September) a 20-year-old man from Sandown was arrested on suspicion of arson. He remains in custody at this time.
Police previously arrested an 18-year-old man on suspicion of arson and he remains on conditional bail until 18th November.
Following up every line of enquiry
The investigation into these arson incidents continues, and the South Wight Neighbourhoods Policing Team are following up every line of enquiry.
Police also continue to patrol the area, and are working with local partners to resolve issues regarding the site, its security and the associated anti-social behaviour and criminality.
Get in touch
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44240347071. You can also submit information to us online.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org
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12.35pm 5th Sep 2024 – CCTV image removed as requested by police.
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