POLICE are continuing to investigate a fire at a property in Christchurch last year.

A woman was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life following the blaze in Knowles Close, Somerford, on Tuesday, December 21.

Three people were treated for smoke inhalation following the fire which was described at the time as “significant”.

Police attended along with the fire and ambulance services to the incident which was reported at around 7.30am.

Several fire crews rushed to the scene with police closing the road for around three hours while the fire was dealt with.

A Dorset Police spokesperson said: “The arrested person remains released under investigation while enquiries continue.”