Man arrested on suspicion of murder after woman dies in Hounslow house fire

Another woman who was in the property is fighting for her life in hospital

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal fire in Hounslow. The fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday (August 19) morning on Berkley Avenue.

It left nine people in hospital, including the woman, 48, who died from her injuries. Another woman, aged 40, is stil fighting for her life.

The remaining seven people – six men and one woman – have since been discharged after receiving treatment for minor injuries. The suspect, a 34-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of murder earlier today (Sunday, August 23) on a train to France. He is in custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Neil John, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts remain first and foremost with the victim’s family and loved ones at this extremely difficult time, as well as everyone who has been injured.

“Our investigation is continuing at pace and we have arrested one man in connection with the incident.

“Detectives are continuing to build a full picture of the circumstances surrounding the incident and are pursuing a number of lines of enquiry.

“We continue to ask any witnesses or anyone with information about the incident to please contact us as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information, or footage that may assist the investigation, is urged to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 359/19Aug.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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