Investigation launched following major fire in Warrington

An investigation has been launched after fifty people were evacuated from their homes following a major fire in  Warrington.

At 5.28pm on Monday 2 June, emergency services were called to a fire at a block of flats in Marsh House Lane in Warrington.

Fifty occupants of the flats were evacuated by firefighters and assessed by paramedics at the scene. Thankfully, there were no reports of any serious injuries.

Police remained in attendance at the scene throughout the night and assisted with road closures in the area.

A joint investigation into the cause of the fire has been launched, and officers are urging anyone with any information to come forward.

A child was also arrested as part of the investigation, they have since been bailed pending further enquiries.

Detective Inspector David Schofield from Cheshire Police said:

“I’d like thank residents for their patience throughout the night while emergency services dealt with the incident.

“We’re working closely with our partners at Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service to establish the cause of the fire and would urge anyone with any information which may aid our investigation to get in touch.”

Anyone with information who has not yet contacted police should call 101 or go to www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us quoting IML 2102808.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.