Fire Guts Derelict Dagenham Pub: No Foul Play, Police Say
The Ship & Anchor pub in Dagenham was gutted by fire in the early hours of March 20, but cops say there’s no sign of foul play.
Blaze Destroys Roof of Long-Abandoned Pub
The empty pub on Wood Lane, derelict for over a decade, caught fire just before 1am. London Fire Brigade arrived swiftly and doused the flames by 3:13am. Despite the damage, the cause remains unknown.
History of Arson Adds Mystery
The Ship & Anchor isn’t new to trouble. In 2010, it was hit by a suspected arson attack, raising eyebrows about this latest fire. Still, police insist they’re not treating this blaze as suspicious.
Police Take Over Investigation But No Suspects
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson confirmed the fire isn’t being viewed as suspicious, yet cops have taken charge of the investigation from firefighters. Locals in Dagenham breathe a sigh of relief but questions linger over what sparked the inferno.
