Fatal fire 'not racially motivated' - as North Wales Police make arrests over man's death
North Wales Police say they are keeping an "open mind" as their investigation continues.
Monday 12 August 2024 14:00, UK
A man has died after a fire in Denbighshire, North Wales Police have confirmed.
Two men have been arrested after the fatal fire in Prestatyn's High Street.
Police say they are keeping an "open mind" as their investigation continues.
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Tap hereNorth Wales Fire and Rescue Service said the incident happened at a "commercial property".
Crews responded to reports of a fire at 2.35am on Monday morning.
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"We have arrested two local men who are assisting with our enquiries, but we are keeping an open mind as to the circumstances at this stage," said Chief Superintendent Simon Williams.
"I would urge the public not to speculate until the full facts are known. We are assisting colleagues from North Wales Fire and Rescue Service at the scene of the incident to understand the cause of the fire.
"There is nothing to suggest that this incident is racially motivated in any way. Our thoughts are with the family of the deceased man at this sad time."
Officers say their investigation is continuing on behalf of the coroner.