Woman arrested on suspicion of murder following house fire in Brighton
A 36-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder
Last updated 11th Mar 2024
A 36-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder of a 50-year-old man who died following a house fire in Brighton.
Police and the emergency services were called to the property in Preston Road on Sunday morning where the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
A Sussex Police spokeswoman urged witnesses to come forward and said in a statement released on Sunday:
"Emergency services are currently dealing with a fire inside a property in Preston Road, Brighton.
"A road closure is in place in Preston Road from Ditchling Rise to the junction of Stanford Avenue. Please seek alternative routes while services work in the area.
"A 50-year-old man has sadly been confirmed deceased at the scene.
"A 36-year-old woman from Brighton has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
"Inquiries to establish the circumstances are ongoing at this time and anyone with information in relation to the incident is asked to make a report."