A pensioner has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire reportedly ripped through a property in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Police closed the A483, Lion Lane, Builth Wells, which runs through the centre of the rural town at around 2am, with a significant emergency response arriving at the scene.
One witness, who was working in one of the town’s pubs on Saturday night, described seeing flames above the rooftops of the shops on the high street and when he went out to see, realised it was from the buildings behind.
Another said everyone in the properties along Lion Lane were OK but some were badly shaken by the events.
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A spokesman for Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed the force is investigating a fire at a property in Lion Lane, Builth Wells.
He said: “A 66-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson. He remains in police custody at this time.”
Enquiries are ongoing and police are “not looking for anyone else at this stage”. The main road through Builth Wells was closed until mid-morning on Sunday and has since re-opened to traffic.
Anyone with information that could help officers with their investigation is asked to report it to Dyfed-Powys Police, either online, by emailing 101@dyfed-powys.pnn.police.uk, or by calling 101, quoting reference: DP-20211003-003.
Those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired can text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.
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