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Man charged following arson and criminal damage incidents in Solihull

By Emily Griffin 6th Nov 2026

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Officers attended the scene and arrested a 40-year-old man on suspicion of multiple offences (Image via Nub News)

A 40-year-old man has been charged following reports of arson and criminal damage to properties in Solihull.

West Midlands Police said officers received reports of a man setting fire to and damaging a property on Brackleys Way at around 6.40pm on Wednesday (November 4).

Officers attended the scene and arrested a 40-year-old man on suspicion of multiple offences.

Jason Mackie has since been charged with arson with intent to endanger life, exposure, two counts of criminal damage, assault, affray and possession of an offensive weapon.

He was remanded in custody and is due to appear before Birmingham Magistrates' Court today (Friday, November 6).