Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday, 24th February 2025, at 14:00hrs
Emergency services remain on scene of the fire in Rugby that ripped through a house on Monday morning
A man and a woman in their 90s have sadly been confirmed dead following a house fire in Rugby.
The fire happened at a domestic property in Firs Drive earlier this morning.
A spokesperson for Rugby Police said earlier:
“We’re currently supporting colleagues from Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service as they respond to a report of a house fire in Firs Drive.
As well as our officers, you’ll see an increased presence of emergency services including Officialwmas in the area during the morning. Thank you for your patience and we will provide further updates when we can.”
In an update, Warwickshire Police said:
“Sadly, we can confirm a man and woman – believed to be in their 90s – have died in the fire.
Chief Inspector Charlie Naughton said: “I’d like to extend my sympathies to the family of the man and woman who have died.
“We’re grateful to those in the area for their patience as I appreciate an emergency service presence such as this is impactive to the local community.
“Officers and firefighters remain on the scene and the investigation into the cause of the fire is still in its early stages at this time.”
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