100 pigeons killed in Sunderland allotment fire as investigation launched into blaze

One hundred pigeons have been killed in a fire at a Sunderland allotment – with emergency services treating the blaze as suspicious.
By Ryan Smith
Published 16th Mar 2020, 15:16 BST
Updated 16th Mar 2020, 17:11 BST
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Northumbria Police and Tyne & Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) have launched an investigation into the fire, which happened on Sunday, March 15.

Crews were called to Corporation Road, Hendon at around 1.25pm on Sunday.

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A spokeswoman for the fire service told the Echo on Monday, March 16: “Three pigeon crees had been destroyed by fire, killing approximately 100 pigeons. We believe the fire was started deliberately.”

The scene of a fire at Corporation Road, Hendon.The scene of a fire at Corporation Road, Hendon.
The scene of a fire at Corporation Road, Hendon.

Inquiries remain ongoing into the cause of the blaze, with members of the public urged to report any information to TWFRS or Northumbria Police.

No people were hurt during the incident.

Northumbria Police added: “If you have any information that could assist then please call 101 quoting log 569 15/03/20, email or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Firestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 169 5558.