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12-year-old boy arrested after allegedly setting fire to marquee, Palmerston

December 15, 2025 9:18 am in by
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A 12-year-old boy has been arrested after allegedly burning down a marquee at a Christmas Light Display in Palmerston.

Police say the blaze caused extensive damage to the display, with fire crews called at around 4am today.

A 12-year-old boy has been arrested with charges expected to be laid later this morning (December 15).

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