Fatal Hove house fire not believed to be suspicious

A 42-year-old woman was treated at the scene by paramedics but was pronounced deceased a short time later

Author: Jo SymesPublished 3rd Nov 2023

Police investigating a house fire in Hove in which a woman died have concluded there are no suspicious circumstances around the incident.

Emergency services were called to a fire in Kingston Close shortly after 5am on Tuesday, 24 October.

A 42-year-old woman was treated at the scene by paramedics but was pronounced deceased a short time later.

Sussex Police carried out a full and thorough investigation alongside the fire service, which has now concluded that there are no suspicious circumstances or third party involvement.

A file is being prepared for HM Coroner for an inquest to take place in due course.

A spokesperson from Sussex Police said: "Our thoughts remain with the victim’s loved ones as they come to terms with this tragedy."

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