Llandudno Junction: Five held after 'targeted' flat fire

The fire service was called to the incident at Avallon Avenue on Friday night

Five people have been arrested following a fire at residential premises which police believe was caused by "deliberate ignition".

North Wales Police said it was thought to have been a "targeted incident" at Avallon Avenue, Llandudno Junction, Conwy county.

All occupants were evacuated without injury, said the force.

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said crews tackled the blaze in a flat after a callout at 22:00 BST on Friday.

It said investigations would continue at the scene on Saturday.

In a statement, police said: "Five people have been arrested and our enquiries are ongoing.

"We believe this to have been a targeted incident with no on-going threat to the local community.

"There will be emergency services present at scene as investigations continue and we thank local residents for their understanding and cooperation in this regard."