Crime scene investigation team examine flats in Sheffield after blaze

A crime scene investigation team is examining a block of flats in Sheffield where a blaze broke out last night – trapping people inside.
By Claire Lewis
Published 19th Jan 2021, 13:55 BST
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Three men are in police custody today over the blaze after being arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.

Firefighters had to rescue some residents from their homes and others climbed down ladders to escape.

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It is reported that a child was thrown out of a window to a member of the public below.

A crime scene investigation team is examining a block of flats in Sheffield where a fire broke out last night (Photo: Robert Cumber)A crime scene investigation team is examining a block of flats in Sheffield where a fire broke out last night (Photo: Robert Cumber)
A crime scene investigation team is examining a block of flats in Sheffield where a fire broke out last night (Photo: Robert Cumber)

The block of flats on Batemoor Road, Batemoor, is cordoned off and under police guard this morning.

South Yorkshire Police said: “It is reported a middle floor flat had deliberately been set on fire.

“South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue attended and controlled the fire, and evacuated residents from the flat above and below. Nobody was injured.

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“Three men have been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.”

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