Police investigation underway into suspicious fire at boat workshop

Further to last night’s report of a large fire at Blackhouse Quay, this in from the Police, Ed

Detectives are starting an investigation into a suspicious fire at a boatyard in Newport on the Isle of Wight.

Police were called to Odessa Marine at Little London at 8.09pm last night (Sunday, November 11, 2012).

Detectives and specialist forensic officers are visiting the scene today (Monday, November 12, 2012) to work with the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service on establishing the exact circumstances surrounding the cause of this fire.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact CID at Newport Police Station by phoning 101. Mini-com users should contact 01962 875000. Information can be given anonymously by phoning the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.

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