Eynsham blaze man released (From Witney Gazette)

Eynsham blaze man released

12:29pm Wednesday 15th August 2007 in Witney

A MAN arrested following a fire at a workshop in Newlands Street, Eynsham, on June 21, has been released without charge.

Det Sgt Craig Kirby, of West Oxfordshire CID, said: "A protracted investigation was conducted by the police and Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue.

"Having consulted with the Crown Prosecution Service, it was decided there was insufficient evidence to prosecute and the decision has been taken to take no further action against the man arrested.

"We are not looking for anyone else in connection with this investigation."

Sixty people were evacuated amid fears gas canisters were about to explode following the workshop fire.

Emergency crews were worried about two gas canisters in the garden shed - described as an "explosive cocktail" of acetylene, carbon dioxide and paints - and evacuated families from nearby properties, including the White Hart pub.