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Arson arrest as dogs killed in Manchester fire | |
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A juvenile has been arrested on suspicion of arson after 43 dogs were killed in a large fire at Manchester Dogs' Home. | |
Police said the number of animals that have died is expected to rise. | |
Four fire crews are at the scene of the blaze, which broke out at about 19:00 BST in Moss Brook Road in Harpurhey. | Four fire crews are at the scene of the blaze, which broke out at about 19:00 BST in Moss Brook Road in Harpurhey. |
Firefighters said the fire is now out and are asking members of the public who want to help to stay away while the other dogs are still being rescued. | |
The home was established in 1893 and cares for over 7,000 dogs every year. | The home was established in 1893 and cares for over 7,000 dogs every year. |
It is run entirely on donations from the general public. | It is run entirely on donations from the general public. |