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Man arrested after 140 cars destroyed in Gatwick parking fire

Eight fire engines and water carriers were deployed to a fire at Caldyne Business Park near Crawley on Saturday night. The blaze destroyed 140 vehicles and caused a power outage for over 2,000 homes. Sussex Police arrested a 67-year-old man on suspicion of arson, who has since been bailed.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 August 2026 at 13:50

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