A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out at a car park used by passengers travelling from Gatwick Airport. The incident caused significant disruption to travellers and prompted a police investigation.
Fire at car park near Gatwick
The fire occurred at a car park that serves passengers flying from Gatwick, one of the UK's busiest airports. Emergency services were called to the scene, and the area was cordoned off while firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control.
Arrest and investigation
Sussex Police confirmed that a man has been arrested on suspicion of arson in connection with the incident. The suspect remains in custody as detectives continue their enquiries into the cause of the fire.
Impact on passengers
The fire caused disruption for passengers who had parked their vehicles at the site, with some reporting delays and uncertainty about the safety of their cars. Police have advised anyone affected to contact them for further information.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not yet released further details about the scale of the damage or the potential charges the man may face.
