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Caravan fire in Ashburton

Friday 28 January 2011, 2:52PM

By New Zealand Police

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ASHBURTON

At 10.30pm on Thursday 27 January 2011 the Ashburton Police were called to a deliberately lit caravan fire in Suffolk Street, Ashburton.

Emergency Services were in attendance. The caravan was completely destroyed.

The occupant of the caravan a male aged in his 40’s received burns and cuts and was taken by Ambulance to Ashburton Hospital. He is still in hospital receiving treatment for his injuries and his condition is stable. His injuries are not life threatening.

The occupants of the house at the address were not injured.

An examination of the caravan is being conducted by Fire in conjunction with Police. The investigation is ongoing.

Any persons with any information regarding the fire are asked to contact the Ashburton Police on 03 307 8400.

The Police have no further comment.