Police are appealing for witnesses as they investigate the cause of the blaze that ripped apart a derelict block of flats in Douglas last night.
A force spokesperson said: “A joint investigation is now underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“The building has sustained significant damage and is currently considered structurally unsafe. Members of the public are asked not to enter the property or approach the site, as it poses a risk to safety.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has video footage, or has information which may assist the investigation and has not yet spoken to Police, is asked to contact Police Headquarters quoting reference 97/20479/26.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Firefighters were called to the blaze, at Seacourt, a derelict block of flats, just after 9.30pm on October 11. Roads in the area were closed off while they brought it under control, and residents reported a strong smell of smoke and flying embers.
You can see video footage of the fire here:
