Man arrested over deaths of elderly couple in fire
Stan and Roma Rickman died as a result of the fire at their home, police said
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A 32-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and arson following the deaths of an elderly couple in a house fire two months ago.
Stan Rickman, 91, and Roma Rickman, 88 were found dead at their home in Heron Close in Alton, Hampshire on 14 April at about 04:00 BST.
Police said the arrested man, from Aldershot, had been bailed with conditions until 18 September while inquiries continue.
A 16-year-old Alton boy, and two boys aged 15 from Bordon and Alton all previously arrested on suspicion of murder also remain on bail with conditions.
Police and firefighters were sent to Heron Close, Alton, at about 04:00 BST on 14 April
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