Appeal following fire at Folkestone property

Investigators have renewed their appeal for witnesses following a fire at a Folkestone property which is being treated as suspicious.

Kent Police was called at 10.06pm on Wednesday 21 October 2026 to a suspected arson at a property in Dura Way.

Officers attended along with Kent Fire and Rescue Service, who extinguished the fire.

Investigation

Initial enquiries at the scene led to suspicious items being located. A temporary road closure was put in place and nearby residents were evacuated.

An Explosive Ordnance Disposal team from the Ministry of Defence attended and carried out a controlled detonation as a precaution. Residents later returned to their homes.

Extensive enquiries are being completed as part of the ongoing investigation, including reviewing CCTV and examining complex forensic evidence.

Appeal

Anyone with relevant information to assist the investigation, including CCTV or dashcam footage, is urged to come forward. Detectives are particularly keen to hear from those with dashcam from Royal Military Avenue between 9pm and 10pm on 21 October.

Witnesses should contact Kent Police on 01303 289600 quoting 21-1557.

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