Death of man in fire at Scots home 'unexplained' as cops launch probe

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Police are treating the death of a man who died in a house fire in the Highlands as unexplained.Emergency services raced to a property on West Banks Terrace in Wick on Wednesday, December 19 at around 1.20pm following reports of a fire.The road was subsequently taped off to enable fire, ambulance and police to attend.Police Scotland has confirmed a man has died, and his next of kin has been made aware.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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He said:"We were alerted at 12.57pm on Wednesday, 18 December to reports of a dwelling fire within a property on West Banks Terrace, Wick.“Operations Control immediately mobilised the two closest appliances and firefighters worked to extinguish the fire.“Sadly, one man was found to have passed away at the scene.