A YOUTH found trapped in a smoking building was later arrested for arson.
The 17-year-old from Greenhithe was rescued by firefighters from the first floor of the Territorial Army's old building in Stone Place Road, Stone, just after 2am on Monday.
The fire had spread to the first floor and roof of the two-storey building by the time crews arrived.
The teenager who police believe was sleeping rough opened the top of a double-glazed window but could only squeeze his head through.
Nearly half the art-deco building was destroyed by the fire, which took four hours to bring under control.
Call 01322 280055.
April 29, 2003 13:00
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