Blackhouse Quay fire: Update from Police

Following the report earlier in the week that Police were investigating ‘suspicious fire’ at boat workshop in Newport, this in from the Police, in their own words. Ed

Police investigating a fire at a boat yard on Blackhouse Quay, Newport, Isle of Wight have completed their initial examination of the scene.

Detectives have found no evidence at this time to confirm a crime was committed.

Police are continuing to work closely with the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service, which is not treating the fire as suspicious.

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