Police question man over triple murder in Nottingham
28 year old Fatoumatta Hydara died in hospital three days after her two daughters following a fire at their home in Clifton
Nottinghamshire police are continuing to question a man on suspicion of murdering a mum and her 2 little girls in a flat fire in Nottingham.
It was upgraded to a triple murder investigation yesterday after 28 year old Fatoumatta Hydara died in hospital.
One year old Naeemah Drammeh and her three year old sister Fatima passed away on Sunday.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Sinski, who is leading the investigation, said: “We are dealing with one of the most horrendous crimes - the death of two young children and their mother. This is a deeply upsetting tragedy and I can only imagine the family’s pain. They include the woman’s husband and the father of the two children, who was not in the UK at the time of the fire.
“Both he and other members of the family are being supported by specially-trained officers at this incredibly difficult time and we ask for the media to give them privacy while they deal with this incredible loss.
“This has been an extremely traumatic event for them, and I’d like to reassure them we’re doing everything we possibly can to bring them the justice they deserve.
“To achieve this, a large team of detectives has been working long days and nights to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
“A number of specialists have also been examining the scene and this is likely to continue for some time.
“This is now being treated as a triple homicide.
“The local community has been shocked and deeply saddened by the events of the past two days and I want to thank those living in the area for the patience and understanding while we gather evidence at the scene.
“I also want to thank those who have already come forward, but I would urge anyone with any information, regardless of how insignificant you think it may be, to contact us.
“We would specifically like to speak to anyone who was in or around Fairisle Close between between 12am and 4.30am on Sunday morning.”
High visibility patrols will be based in the area over the coming days to offer reassurance and are happy to speak to residents about any concerns they may have.
Tributes are pouring in for the family local churches are opening their doors this morning for residents to light candles and pay their respects.