A devastating house fire ripped through a property on Westbury Road in Bradford in the early hours of Wednesday, leaving a heartbreaking trail of tragedy in its wake. The blaze broke out around 2am, sending shockwaves through the community, and despite the fire service’s swift response, the outcome was tragically devastating. Two girls, aged nine and one, and a five-year-old boy, were rushed to the hospital, where they succumbed to their injuries. A 29-year-old woman died at the scene, and a 39-year-old man was apprehended on suspicion of murder, taken to the hospital with critical injuries.
Detective Chief Inspector Stacey Atkinson spoke of the tragedy, describing it as “absolutely devastating” and extending her condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. The police believe the incident is domestic-related and are urging anyone with information or footage from the area to come forward. They are also appealing to anyone with CCTV or doorbell footage to share their recordings, which could potentially assist in piecing together the events leading up to the fire.
Devastating House Fire Claims Four Lives, Police Investigate Suspected Arson (Image via Getty)
The community is reeling from the loss of four young lives, including three children, and the police are determined to bring those responsible to justice. The authorities are committing to getting to the bottom of what happened, with the investigation ongoing and the police working tirelessly to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. The community is coming together to support the families affected by the tragedy, with a fund set up to assist with funeral costs and other expenses.
As the investigation continues, the authorities are committed to ensuring that justice is served and that those responsible for the devastating fire are held accountable. The tragedy has left a trail of devastation in its wake, and the once-quiet Westbury Road is now somber and shell-shocked, with neighbors struggling to comprehend the magnitude of the tragedy.
