A person has died in a suspicious house fire in Folkestone.

Emergency services were called to Shorncliffe Road at 10.30am to reports of a blaze at a property opposite the junction with Christ Church Road.

Paramedics also attended and the person was pronounced dead at the scene.

The cause of the fire is currently unknown and is being treated as suspicious.

An investigation is ongoing and anyone with any information which may assist officers is urged to call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/31784/22.

You can also contact Kent Crimestoppers anonymously via their website or by calling 0800 555 111.