Additionally, DCI Jenkins said: “A cordon is still in place while we conduct investigations to determine the complete circumstances of the incident.
“I’d like to thank our officers and partners at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service for their efforts through the night.”
The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) declared a “major incident” when a huge fire broke out on Friday.
The fire department recommended residents to keep their doors and windows closed and cautioned people to avoid the area.
The building’s entryway was on fire, and smoke was rising toward the Tyne River. However, at approximately 1:43 am on Saturday, the major incident was lowered.
