Overview
- Four boys and one girl under 18 from North Devon were arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life and remain in police custody.
- Detectives say the blaze is being treated as a murder investigation, with murder described as one of several hypotheses under active consideration.
- One person remains unaccounted for from the incident and next of kin have been informed by Devon and Cornwall Police.
- Around 45 residents were evacuated as 15 fire appliances tackled the fire, and temporary accommodation was arranged, including 11 rooms at the Royal Hotel.
- A man in his 30s previously arrested on suspicion of arson was released on police bail, while a scene guard, forensic work, and appeals for information continue quoting log 748 of 28 October.