An investigation of a fire at the Red Lion Inn, Brixworth has concluded that the fire started accidentally, police have said this morning.
A 33-year-old man had been arrested yesterday morning on suspicion of arson but it is understood fire investigators now believe the blaze, which started in the bar and lounge area, was most likely an electrical fault.
The man has been released on bail while police look into other “minor offences”.
A woman and her three-month-old baby escaped from the pub before the fire took hold and were taken to hospital as a precaution for the effects of smoke inhalation.
Firefighters said yesterday the ground floor was severely damaged by flames, heat and smoke.
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