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Shop destroyed by fire in the centre of Bury St Edmunds

A "major" fire in the historic centre of Bury St Edmunds has destroyed a shop and damaged neighbouring buildings.

About 60 firefighters were called to Cycle King in Angel Hill just before 17:00 BST on Friday and the fire was under control by 21:30.

Two men arrested on suspicion of arson have been released under investigation.

30 September 2017

Bury St Edmunds

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