Tragic fire claims life of four-year-old girl in Northumberland
A four-year-old girl has tragically died after a house fire in Northumberland.
The fire occurred at 9:30 p.m. on Monday on Kingsley Road, Lynemouth, and the girl passed away at the scene in the home.
A woman in her 20s and a two-year-old girl received medical treatment at the scene before being taken to the hospital.
Both are currently in the hospital in a stable condition.
A cordon was established, and officers stayed in the area to conduct inquiries.
A woman and a two-year-old girl are currently in hospital (Picture: North News & Pictures)
Following the fire, police launched an investigation and Detective Chief Inspector Louise Jenkins, the senior investigating officer on the case, said: ‘This is an absolutely devastating incident in which a young girl has tragically lost her life.
‘All of our thoughts and condolences are with her family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.
‘Inquiries remain at a very early stage, and with the support of our partners from Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service we are determined to establish exactly what happened.
‘We are asking anyone with information – no matter how small or insignificant it may seem – to come forward and share what they know.’
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