A 15-year-old boy has been arrested following a horrific incident on Bonfire Night in Burnley, Lancashire, which left a four-year-old girl fighting for her life after being struck by a firework.
Critical Incident on Elm Street
The emergency services were called to the Elm Street area of the town shortly before 8:50pm on Wednesday, 5th November. They responded to reports that a young child had been hit by a firework and had sustained a number of serious, life-threatening injuries.
The four-year-old girl was rushed to hospital, where she remains in a critical but stable condition.
Arrest Made in Connection to Firework Supply
On Monday, Lancashire Constabulary confirmed a significant development in the case. A spokesperson stated: 'Today we have arrested a 15-year-old boy from Burnley on suspicion of statutory public nuisance.'
The arrest is directly related to the alleged supply of fireworks. The teenager was taken into custody and remains there for questioning as the investigation continues.
Authorities have emphasised that the Elm Street area has experienced problems with the anti-social use of fireworks in the past. However, a police representative added a stark condemnation, stating that 'this year has gone too far'.
Ongoing Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives are continuing their appeal for information and are urging anyone who witnessed the event or who may have relevant footage to come forward.
Members of the public can assist the investigation by emailing burnley.npt@lancashire.police.uk or by calling 101 and quoting the reference number: log 492 of 5th November 2025.
