A man's died after a house fire in Wolverhampton
Four other people were also hurt
Police have launched a murder investigation after one person died and four others were injured in a fire at a home in Wolverhampton today.
Officers were called to Plascom Road at just after 1.10am along with colleagues from other emergency services.
Five people who were in the property at the time were taken to hospital after being treated at the scene by paramedics and officers, who administered CPR at the scene.
One man aged 26 sadly died in hospital this morning, while a 16-year-old boy is in a life-threatening condition.
A third person, a woman aged 52, suffered life-changing burns.
Two other men, one in his 50s and a second in his 20s, have been discharged following treatment at hospital.
Supt Martin Hurcomb, of Wolverhampton Police, said: “This is a tragic incident which has resulted in one person losing their life, and four others being hurt.
“We’re working flat out to understand what happened and why, and who was responsible.
“Forensic experts are examining the scene and the cordon is expected to remain in place for the rest of the day.
“Officers will be in the area over the coming days to offer reassurance, while detectives are also in the area to speak to witnesses and gather CCTV.”