THE FIRE in an empty building in Barn Street last month is being treated as arson, fire fighters have said.
There was significant damage caused to the building, but no one was inside the building at the time.
The Herald understands that Dyfed-Powys Police is investigating now the fire, which happened between 16:00 HRS and 18.15 HRS on February 27 at an empty building in a lane off Barn Street, Haverfordwest.
A police spokesman said: “House to house enquiries have been made as part of the investigation.
“Fire were at scene and requested police attendance for traffic management.
“Once extinguished, an examination of the scene took place and it was established that the fire was most likely started deliberately.
“Anyone with information that can help officers with their investigation, or witnessed suspicious behaviour in the Barn Street or Spring Gardens area between 4-7pm on February 27is asked to report it be calling Dyfed-Powys Police on 101. If you are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908. Quote reference: DPP/0039/28/02/2019/01/C.”
