Tragic Fire in Folkestone – Police Launch Urgent Appeal

A fatal fire has rocked Folkestone, with one person confirmed dead at the scene. Kent Police and Kent Fire and Rescue Service rushed to Shorncliffe Road just after 10:30am on Thursday, 17 February 2022, following reports of the blaze at a property opposite Christ Church Road.

Fire Extinguished, Investigation Underway

The fire was quickly brought under control by firefighters. Emergency crews, including South East Coast Ambulance Service, attended the scene. Sadly, a person was pronounced deceased onsite.

Police say the cause of the fire remains unknown but is being treated as suspicious. An active investigation is now underway.

Police Seek Information from the Public

Kent Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. If you know anything that could help solve the case, call 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/31784/22.

You can also provide anonymous tips to Kent Crimestoppers at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.

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