Arson arrest after fire at LGBT+ club near Milton Keynes
Arson arrest after fire at LGBT+ club near Milton Keynes
Police say a man is in custody after a blaze at a packed LGBT+ nightclub near Milton Keynes, with thousands evacuated as investigators probe the arson claim.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson following a blaze that tore through a packed LGBT+ nightclub near Milton Keynes. Firefighters were called to the scene as flames lit up the night, and hundreds of people were evacuated from the venue in what witnesses described as a chaotic but orderly response.
Eyewitnesses said thousands fled as the fire raged, while emergency services worked to bring the flames under control. The club, known to locals as Pink Punters, faced extensive damage, and officials have not yet confirmed any injuries as the scene was secured.
Police say they are reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing staff and patrons as part of the investigation. They have urged the public not to speculate about the cause while inquiries continue.
Owners and supporters have pledged to reopen the venue once it is deemed safe, signaling resilience within Milton Keynes’ LGBT+ community and a determination to keep inclusive nightlife alive in the area.
