Tragically, a man in his 30s has died following a flat fire on Rovings Drive, Spondon.
Firefighters were called to attend the ground floor flat at 07.35 hours this morning (Thursday 13 February 2025). Crews wearing breathing apparatus (BA) entered the flat and rescued the man, handing him into the care of paramedics. Sadly, the man died on scene.
Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service would like to extend the thoughts and sympathy of everyone in the Service to the family and friends of the deceased at this distressing time.
A joint police and fire investigation is currently underway. There are no thought to be any suspicious circumstances.
Firefighters and community safety officers will be in the Rovings Drive area later today and over the next couple of days to offer fire safety advice and reassurance to residents following this fire.
For fire safety advice and information, visit www.derbys-fire.gov.uk
