Person dies in Bridgnorth house fire
A person has died in a house fire in Bridgnorth.
Emergency services were called to Cricket Meadow at around 8.20am this morning after reports from a neighbour that there was a fire and that they believed the resident was still inside.
Three fire crews from Bridgnorth, Much Wenlock and Tweedale were sent to the scene, as well as police officers and an ambulance.
A spokesman for Shropshire Fire and Rescue said: "The first crew arrived at 8.26am and could hear smoke detectors operating.
"Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the building and found that the fire had self extinguished, however tragically one person was found deceased within the property."
It is not believed that the fire was suspicious, although a joint investigation between West Mercia Police and the fire service will now take place.
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said members of the public with concerns regarding fire safety should call 01743 260200 for advice.
