Cause of caravan fire that killed two people in Ingoldmells near Skegness was accidental
Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue have completed their investigations
Last updated 8th Apr 2025
Lincolnshire Police have shared the findings from the fire service after a caravan fire killed two people at Ingoldmells near Skegness.
It happened over the weekend, and claimed the lives of two people from Nottinghamshire.
Lincolnshire Police have said:
"We are today (Tuesday 8 April) able to share the findings of our Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue colleagues, now that their investigations are complete.
"Following the fire that tragically claimed the lives of two people, Lee Baker, 48, and Esme Baker, 10, the cause has been determined as accidental.
"As is standard practice, Lincolnshire Police are still investigating the circumstances in order to prepare a file for the coroner.
"We were called at 3.53am on Saturday, 5 March to a fire in a privately owned caravan, situated within the Golden Beach Holiday Park. "
Dan Moss, area manager for prevention and protection at Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue, said: "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Lee and Esme’s family at this time.
“We know this fire will be concerning for residents and holidaymakers in the area. So our community fire safety team, and local fire crews, will be on hand to provide support and address any fire safety concerns people may have over this difficult period.”