Man dies in serious Shirebrook fire behind leisure centre
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Derbyshire Constabulary were called at around 1.10pm today following reports that an open fire had started on land behind the Shirebrook Leisure Centre on Park Road.
The body of a man was found at the scene of the blaze and an investigation has been opened to determine the cause of the blaze.
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Hide AdIt follows a large police presence in the Shirebrook area throughout the day and into this evening.
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Officers currently believe the fire is an isolated incident.
In a statement, Derbyshire Constabulary said: “We would like to reassure the community that we believe this to be an isolated incident.
"Although we know the nature of the incident will be distressing for the people of Shirebrook, we do not believe there is any reason for people to be further alarmed.”
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Hide AdThe force are urging residents who were in the leisure centre area between 12.30pm and 1.15pm today to get in touch with them as soon as possible, by calling 101 and quoting
reference 454 of 27 January.
Alternatively, the public can report information about the fire to Derbyshire Constabulary by messaging their Facebook page, sending them a direct message on Twitter or completing a form on their website.
You can also give the police information and stay completely anonymous by contacting independent charity Crimestoppers and calling their free, public helpline 0800 555 111 or visit their website.