Fourth body found after fatal Derrylin house fire

PSNI say it is believed to be a young child who has been recovered from the house in the Molly Road area.

Press Eye
Author: Sasha WyliePublished 1st Mar 2018
Last updated 1st Mar 2018

The PSNI were called to an address in the Molly Road area of the village at around 7.20am on Tuesday and confirmed a short time later that three people had sadly lost their life.

They've been named locally as Kristal, Diane & Edward Gossett.

The news brings the total of fatalities up to four, and it's believed they are all from the same family.

A 27 year old man who was arrested by police at the scene had been under police guard in hospital but has now been moved to police custody for questioning.

Detective Inspector Peter McKenna said: "Post mortem examinations will take place in order to positively identify the victims involved in this appalling incident.

“I believe the fire was started deliberately and we are working hard to progress the investigation into this very complex crime scene. There is significant structural damage caused by the ferocious fire and the scene examination is further compounded by the severe weather.

“I would like to thank the public for their assistance so far and would appeal for anyone who knew of or has any knowledge of the residents of 57 Molly Road Doon, Derrylin to make contact with police. I would also like to hear from anyone who was in the area of Molly Road between the hours of midnight on Monday through to 7.20am on Tuesday morning. Please contact detectives in Enniskillen on 101 or alternatively to contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”