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The arrest was announced hours after Dorset police said they
were investigating whether carbon monoxide poisoning caused the
deaths at the Gainsborough Care Home in Swanage.
"We have made one arrest to enable us to establish whether there
have been actions or omissions which are grossly negligent,”
Detective Chief Inspector Neil Third said.
Seven other people were hospitalized as a precaution after the
facility was evacuated. Police said there was no threat to the
community.
The Southern Gas Network said its engineers responded to an
emergency call at the home to do a safety check in the morning.
“Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by this
tragic incident," gas spokesperson Katie Lobban said.
About 40 people from the home were taken to All Saint’s Church
for shelter through much of the day and were later moved to a
more suitable accommodation, the Rev. Jo Levasier said.
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