Police investigate suspected arson at Golden Eagle Hotel Thornaby

Emergency services were alerted to the fire at the former Golden Eagle Hotel in Trenchard Avenue, Thornaby at about 7pm.

The Cleveland Fire Brigade dispatched five appliances to the scene, while police were also in attendance.

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A spokesperson for the service said today: "We were called to an incident at 7.01pm on Tuesday at the Golden Eagle Hotel in Thornaby.

"Five fire engines were in attendance - from Thornaby, Middlesbrough, Stockton and Saltburn.

"There was 2 per cent internal fire damage and 2 per cent smoke damage to the derelict building.

"Nine breathing apparatus and three jets used. We left the scene at 9.27pm. The cause is believed to be deliberate."

A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: "We were called to a suspected arson at The Golden Eagle Hotel in Thornaby at around 6.30pm on Tuesday 18th July.

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"It was reported that a number of people entered the building, which is derelict, and a fire was started inside the building causing minor damage.

"No one was injured. Enquiries are ongoing.

"Anyone with information should contact us on 101, quoting reference number 141897."