The investigation into an arson attack that saw two people taken to hospital remains ongoing.

As previously reported, around 20 firefighters were called to deal with a blaze at a derelict building on Dorchester Road, Weymouth early on Sunday, September 1.

Police later confirmed it was an arson attack. 

Two people from a neighbouring property - a man and a girl - were both taken to hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation injuries. They have since been discharged.

No arrests have been made.

Police previously stated that the incident had caused a "great deal of distress for the innocent victims".

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "Both victims have been discharged from hospital.

"Enquiries are ongoing. No arrests have been made."

Dorset Police said they received a report around 6.20am, (Sunday, September 1) from the ambulance service of two people requiring medical attention after a derelict property had been set on fire in Dorchester Road, opposite the Rembrandt Hotel.

It is believed that the fire was started at around 5am.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240134829.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.​