Fire service issue update after man dies at field fire in Chipping Campden
It happened last night
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Nathaniel Hooton, Deputy Chief Fire Officer at Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service said:
“We were called at 5.38pm on Monday 3 August following multiple reports from members of the public about a large fire in fields behind Berrington Road and Castle Gardens in Chipping Campden.
“As a service we extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and to the wider community. Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.
“At the height of the incident, 13 fire engines were in attendance. This was a multi-agency response. We worked extremely hard with colleagues from neighbouring fire services to bring the fire under control.
“We would like to thank our colleagues from Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service and Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service for their support and assistance.”
A spokesperson from Gloucestershire Constabulary said:
“Following a fire in Chipping Campden last night, a man in his 70s from the local area was sadly confirmed dead at the scene.
“His family and the coroner have been informed and our thoughts remain with all those who knew him at this time.
“Police do not suspect any third party involvement in the death."