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Woman, 20, Arrested on Suspicion of Arson in Connection with Dovestone Reservoir Fire
Firefighters continued battling the blaze as smoke spread across Greater Manchester, while detectives detained a 20-year-old woman for questioning.
- On Tuesday, Shania Care-Slede, 20, of Market Street, Hyde, appeared at Manchester Magistrates' Court charged with aggravated arson and dangerous driving relating to the Dovestone Reservoir wildfire.
- Fireworks allegedly released at the Saddleworth beauty spot on Saturday night sparked a blaze that prompted a major incident declaration at Dovestone Reservoir.
- Around 70 firefighters from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service continue tackling the blaze using hose lines to reduce hotspots while monitoring weather conditions influencing smoke spread.
- Detective Inspector Andrew Day is reviewing all evidence to identify other individuals involved, urging the public to report information via the Dovestones Fire Evidence Submission Portal.
- With criminal proceedings active, Greater Manchester Police encouraged the public to avoid online speculation while continuing to pursue lines of enquiry identifying any other individuals involved.
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