Police in Chryston, North Lanarkshire, charged a 29-year-old man with attempted murder after a fire and a major gas leak that led to evacuations of several homes. Emergency crews closed sections of the A80 and Cumbernauld Road while gas supplies were isolated and repairs were carried out. Firefighters extinguished a bin fire and later hotspots as the scene was made safe. The man is expected to appear at Airdrie Sheriff Court, with a report to the Procurator Fiscal. Chief Inspector Gareth Brown thanked residents and motorists for their patience during the incident. No casualties were reported as authorities warned the public to avoid the area while responders worked.