Two people are being treated for life- threatening injuries after a serious flat fire in Ilkeston

A joint investigation by police and the fire service is taking place

Author: Charlotte LinnecarPublished 30th Jun 2024
Last updated 30th Jun 2024

A joint police and fire service investigation is taking place today after a serious fire at a flat in Ilkeston,

Police were called to an address in Hallam Court around quarter to 6 yesterday evening (Saturday 29 June).

A man in his 20s and a woman in her 50s were taken to hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries

A scene remains in place to allow an investigation into the cause of the fire to take place.

Locals will see an increased police presence in the area while investigations continue.

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