Man Arrested After Body Found in Fiery Gillingham Home
Horror Discovery in Fire Thorn Close
Detectives from Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate swooped on a man in his 30s from Gillingham after a body was found at a house in Firethorn Close. The arrest came just after midnight on 15 February 2019 on suspicion of murder.
Fire Rescue Leads Police to Grim Find
Kent Fire and Rescue Service raised the alarm at 10.32am on 14 February after flames broke out at the property. Firefighters entering the scene discovered the body of a man inside.
Victim and Suspect Known to Each Other
Police say the arrested man is believed to have a connection to the victim. He remains in custody while officers continue their investigation.