Man Found Dead After Gillingham House Fire Sparks Suspicious Death Probe
Body Discovered in Firethorn Close Blaze
Detectives from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate are hunting for answers after a man’s body was found in a Gillingham home. Kent Police were called at 10.32am on 14 February 2019, following a fire at a property on Firethorn Close.
Fire Brigade Finds Deceased Man Inside
Kent Fire and Rescue Service rushed to the scene after reports of a fire. On entering the house, firefighters discovered the man’s body. Police are now treating the death as suspicious as the investigation ramps up.
Investigation Underway Into Cause and Circumstances
Officers are working closely with fire crews to determine what sparked the blaze and how the man died. The victim’s next of kin has been informed, and police remain on site as they piece together the grim puzzle.
