A man is set to face court today over a string of alleged arson attacks that terrorized the residents of Newcastle yesterday. The shocking incident took place near Weakleys Drive, Beresfield, when emergency services were called to extinguish four separate fires that had been deliberately set in the area.
The entire community was on edge as Fire and Rescue NSW raced to put out the flames, fearing that the fires would quickly spiral out of control and cause extensive damage to nearby homes and businesses. Thankfully, no one was injured in the blaze.
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