Police Officials have confirmed to the VON NEWSLINE there was a house fire in Bath Village, which occurred between 2am and 3am on May 9^th, 2023.

According to the officials, the flames completely destroyed the home of Mr. Leroy Browne alias ‘Reds’. He sustained some injuries and is currently at the Alexandra Hospital being treated for minor burns to his upper body.

A village shop and a house, both adjacent, also sustained partial damages from the fire.

The cause of the blaze is currently unknown. Investigations and inquiries are ongoing.