POLICE are continuing to investigate a hotel blaze which is said to have caused millions of pounds of damage in Alveley, near Kidderminster.

West Mercia Police wish to speak to anyone who was in the area near the Mill Hotel on Monday, May 18, including occupants of vehicles in the Alum Bridge area between midnight and 5am.

Three people, who are thought to have been walking in the area at around 2.30am, are also asked to come forward, as they may have information to help police with their inquiries.

Police are emphasising that the hotel is now considered extremely dangerous, so are encouraging the public to stay clear of the site.

The cause and the circumstances of the fire are still being investigated and have not yet been confirmed.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident reference number 37S of Monday, May 18.

Alternatively, you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their website.