Man charged over Milford fire

A 49-year-old North Shore man faces six charges in relation to a fire in Milford yesterday afternoon.
 
The man has been charged with manufacturing methamphetamine, possession for supply of methamphetamine, possession of equipment, possession of equipment, possession of precursors, possession of materials and criminal nuisance.
 
A bedside hearing will be held at Middlemore Hospital where he is being treated for burns.
 
As the matter is now before the Courts Police cannot make any further comment.
 
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Kim Chambers / NZ Police