Teen arrested and charged after deliberate fire set in high street

A teenager has been charged after a deliberate fire was set in a Fife high street.

Police confirmed the arrest of a 17-year-old boy who has now been charged in connection with the fire which started on Leven High Street on Friday.

The incident occurred at a derelict building in the High Street area, around 10pm.

No injuries were reported as a result of the fire.

Officers say a report has been submitted to the procurator fiscal.

Investigations into the fire are ongoing by police alongside Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS).

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