A fire at a house in Walton is being investigated by police.
Two fire crews were called to the fire at Crescent Road, Walton, which began at around 4pm on Sunday.
The male occupant was taken to Colchester General Hospital suffering from smoke inhalation.
Insp Peter Smith, of Clacton police, said the man was later released from hospital to look after his Boa constrictor, which was inside the house.
Published Monday August 19, 2002
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