Police probe into Sheffield flat fire continues

A police probe is continuing today into a blaze which left people trapped in a block of flats in Sheffield.
By Claire Lewis
Published 20th Jan 2021, 10:13 BST
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It is believed that the fire was started deliberately, and three men are in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life.

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The block of flats on Batemoor Road, Batemoor, suffered extensive damage in the blaze, which started on the middle floor.

A police probe into a fire in a block of flats in Sheffield is continuing this afternoon (Photo: Robert Cumber)A police probe into a fire in a block of flats in Sheffield is continuing this afternoon (Photo: Robert Cumber)
A police probe into a fire in a block of flats in Sheffield is continuing this afternoon (Photo: Robert Cumber)
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An inspection is due to be carried out today to establish what repairs are needed and whether anyone can return.

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But nobody was injured in the incident.

The flats have been sealed off and under police guard today while a crime scene investigation team examined the block.

Anyone with information should call 101.

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