Torquay hotel fire 'started deliberately' - Police
An arson investigation is now underway.
A major fire at a hotel in Torquay at the weekend was started deliberately, according to police.
An investigation's now underway following the fire at the Trecarn Hotel, which broke out on Sunday night.
Detective Inspector Dave Pebworth said: “Over 120 guests had to be evacuated during the incident but thankfully no-one was seriously injured.
“A major response from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue ensured that this fire didn’t have fatal consequences, but a serious amount of damage and disruption was caused and those responsible must be identified.
“Following advice from fire investigators, it is believed that this fire was started deliberately, and police are appealing for witnesses.
“We would like to hear from anyone who was in the area and saw anything suspicious between the times of 10:30pm on Sunday 25 September, and half past midnight on Monday 26 September.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 or e-mail 101@dc.police.uk quoting crime reference CR/089139/22.