A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire at a packed LGBTQ nightclub last night.
A large number of people were evacuated after reports of a serious fire at the Pink Punters club in Milton Keynes.
Pink Punters nightclub in Milton Keynes, where the fire broke out last night Credit: Trip Advisor
A 51-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life following the horrific fire.
Police rushed to the scene around 2am today following reports that the LGBTQ nightclub was on fire.
Chief Superintendent Emma Baillie LCU Commander for Milton Keynes, said: “This was a significant fire in which a large number of people had to be evacuated.
“Thankfully no one was injured and staff at the venue worked quickly and effectively to safely evacuate everyone.
“Fire crews and our officers remain on scene, and road closures are likely to remain in place for a significant amount of time.
“Our officers have arrested a man in connection with this incident. He remains in custody at this time, while we carry out ongoing enquiries.
“At this time it would be too early to comment on any particular motivation for this incident and we would respectfully ask for people not to speculate.
“We would ask anyone with information in relation to this incident to please call 101 quoting reference 43260203265.”
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