Man in custody after Kildare blaze damages six houses
A man remains in Garda custody in Co Kildare this morning after being arrested in connection with a fire at a housing estate in Newbridge.
Gardaí have said six houses have been extensively damaged by the blaze - which broke out at Millfield Manor yesterday evening.
No injuries were reported and locals added seven families have been accommodated by relatives, friends and neighbours.
The 39-year-old man who was arrested is being held at Newbridge Garda station.
The scene has been preserved for technical examination.
