A man been arrested after a number of small fires were set around New Malden High Street last night.
Firefighters said engines from several stations had to be called at about midnight in order to keep up with the fires, started in wheelie bins.
White watch manager Guy Peliham from New Malden fire station said: “There were three fire engines dealing with this number of different fires.
“Something in the region of half a dozen upwards.
“The fires themselves were smaller fires and quite easily dealt with.”
Did you see what happened? Call the newsdesk on 020 744 4288 or email ndewji@london.newsquest.co.uk.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here