Fatal Fire Sparks Murder Probe in Folkestone

Police are hunting for clues after a deadly blaze ripped through a Folkestone property.

Fire Breaks Out on Shorncliffe Road

Kent Police and Kent Fire and Rescue Service were scrambled to Shorncliffe Road at 10:30am on Thursday, 17 February 2022. The fire broke out at a house near the junction with Christ Church Road.

Emergency crews, including South East Coast Ambulance Service, fought the flames and sadly discovered a person deceased at the scene.

Suspicious Circumstances Under Investigation

The cause of the fire remains unknown but detectives are treating it as suspicious. A full investigation is underway as officers piece together what happened.

Public Urged to Come Forward

Anyone with information is urged to contact Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/31784/22.

You can also report tips anonymously via Kent Crimestoppers or by calling 0800 555 111.

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