Investigation launched after child dies in Northumberland house fire
Police have launched an investigation after a young child died in a house fire in Northumberland.
Police have launched an investigation after a young child died in a house fire in Northumberland.
Just before 9.30pm yesterday (Monday), officers received a report from Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service of a fire on Kingsley Road in Lynemouth.
Emergency services attended and a four-year-old girl was found inside the address.
Despite the efforts of responders, she tragically died at the scene.
A woman in her 20s and a two-year-old girl also received medical treatment at the scene before being taken to hospital for treatment.
Both remain in hospital in stable conditions.
A cordon is in place at the scene and officers remain in the area to carry out enquiries and offer reassurance to the community.
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.
“Enquiries 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.”