Two men have been charged following a large-scale fire and a separate incident where a car was driven into a house.
An 18-year-old man been charged in connection with a fire at an industrial estate compound in Hartlepool, while a 23-year-old man has been charged in connection with criminal damage on Meryl Gardens following a crash into the property.
The arson took place on Monday, April 6, shortly before midnight at Auto Transportation on Coniston Road, where 12 vehicles were destroyed in the fire.
The second incident happened shortly after 6am on Tuesday, April 7, where a car was driven into the property on Meryl Gardens.
The 18-year-old man has been charged with arson and possession of an offensive weapon.
The 23-year-old man has been charged with criminal damage with intent to endanger life and dangerous driving.
They both appeared before Teesside Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, April 25, and have been remanded in custody until their next appearance.
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