Man arrested in connection with Bognor Regis pier fire

POLICE investigating a fire on Bognor Regis pier are appealing for information from the public.

A fire took place in a storage unit at the end of the pier on Tuesday, August 9, at around 3.30pm.

The fire caused around £2,000 to £3,000 of damage.

A 19-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of arson on Monday (August 15) and was released with no further action taken, pending further enquiries.

Anyone with any information should call Sussex Police on 0845 6070999 quoting serial 1356 of 9/8 or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.