Moment police kick down door of burning building to rescue terrified residents
Tense bodycam footage shows police kicking down a door to save residents from a burning building.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson following the blaze in Kensington, south west London. The officers can be seen kicking down the door to enter the burning building, then gaining access to six flats to rescue those inside during the blaze last Friday (March 1).
The fire began just after midnight and is being treated as suspicious. A 25-year-old man was arrested yesterday (March 3) on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody. Seven police officers and six residents suffered smoke inhalation during the incident.
Bodycam footage shows police kicking down a door amid a fire (Metropolitan Police / SWNS)All were taken to hospital, and all have been discharged. Police, London Fire Brigade, and London Ambulance Service all sent multiple units to the scene, with the fire beginning around 00.15am. Superintendent Jill Horsfall, one of the senior officers responsible for policing Kensington & Chelsea, said: “The bravery and professionalism of the Met officers who responded so rapidly to this terrifying fire shows the very best of policing.
The officers rescued several people (Metropolitan Police / SWNS)“They acted without hesitation to rapidly enter a burning building full of smoke and to save lives." She added: “Our subsequent investigation will be equally tenacious, and we now have a man in custody. Working with our partners and communities to keep Londoners safe is exactly why police officers come to work every day.”
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The Met are urging any witnesses who may be able to assist the investigation to come forward. Anyone with information that may assist the investigation should call 101, ref 107/01Mar. To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers.
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