Authorities investigating possible arson at old Adelaide structure

Fire was contained by firefighters, but the building sustained significant harm.

July 27th 2024.

Authorities investigating possible arson at old Adelaide structure
Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into a fire that broke out in the Oxford Hotel located in North Adelaide. The incident has been deemed "suspicious" and has caused significant damage to the historic building. The alarming situation began when witnesses reported seeing smoke and flames emerging from the structure in the early hours of the morning. Firefighters were promptly alerted and arrived at O'Connell Street, where the hotel is situated, around 7am.

Unfortunately, by the time first responders arrived, the fire had already spread and engulfed a large portion of the building. Thick, grey smoke could be seen billowing over the city as firefighters worked tirelessly to control the blaze. Thankfully, their efforts were successful and the fire was eventually brought under control. However, the damage to the building was already severe.

As a safety precaution, O'Connell Street was closed to all traffic between Archer Street and Gover Street. This caused some disruptions in the area, but the road has since been reopened. Meanwhile, the police have started their investigation into the cause of the fire. They have stated that the incident is being treated as suspicious and are working alongside Fire Cause Investigators and Eastern District Detectives to determine its origin.

In the midst of this chaotic situation, a heartwarming story has emerged. A surfer who survived a great white shark attack shared a message of recovery, reminding us to stay strong and never give up. This serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and strength of the human spirit.

In the meantime, authorities are urging anyone with information or potential evidence, such as CCTV or dashcam footage, to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Every bit of information could be crucial in solving this case and bringing those responsible to justice.

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