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Detectives investigating fatal house fire in Weymouth issue update

Detectives investigating a fatal house fire in Weymouth are issuing an update.

Dorset Police received a report at 10.59am on Friday 4 October 2024 of a fire at an address in Southdown Road in Weymouth.

Officers attended the scene, along with the fire and ambulance services.

Very sadly, a man aged in his 70s was pronounced deceased at the scene.

A 60-year-old man was also taken to hospital and was subsequently discharged. This man was voluntarily interviewed by officers during the investigation with no further action taken.

A full investigation was launched and all lines of enquiry were explored. It has now been determined that no criminal offences took place and the investigation has concluded.

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