A firefighter who was rushed to hospital following a horror blaze at the former Jenners building in Edinburgh has died.
Police have confirmed that 38-year-old Barry Martin sadly passed away after being in critical condition in hospital following the fire on Monday, January 23.
Officers say Barry was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where he died on Friday, January 27.
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Four fellow firefighters were also taken to hospital for treatment and were subsequently released. A police officer was also treated for smoke inhalation at hospital and released.
Superintendent David Robertson, of Edinburgh Division, said: “Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Barry at this very difficult time.
“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have issued an emotional statement following the passing of their friend and colleague.
Interim Chief Officer Ross Haggart said: "It is with profound sadness that I confirm, on behalf of his family, that Barry Martin has passed away this afternoon following the serious injuries he sustained during a large-scale fire at the former Jenners building in Edinburgh.
"Barry, who was being treated at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, had been in a critical condition since Monday's fire.
"I speak for the entire Service when I say that we are all devastated by the loss of Barry and our thoughts remain with his family, friends, and colleagues at this deeply distressing time.
"Both Barry’s family and the Service have been overwhelmed with the messages of support we have received and we thank everyone for the time they have taken to share these.
“Barry’s family would also like to thank all the medical staff who have cared for him.
"I would now ask that we all allow Barry’s family, friends, and colleagues to grieve in private."
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