Police release one of two fatal fire suspects
Cleveland Police have released one of two men arrested in connection with a fatal house fire in Grangetown that killed a woman and a seven-year-old girl. A second suspect remains in custody for questioning.
Why it matters
This is an ongoing criminal investigation into a tragic event that has significantly impacted the local community.
Published 25 minutes ago A 31-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder over a fatal house fire has been released with no further action while a second man, aged 23, continues to be questioned.
Natalie McDonald, 34, died in the blaze in Grangetown, near Middlesbrough, in the early hours of Wednesday, along with her niece Valentina Foster, seven.
Cleveland Police said a 48-year-old woman had been left in a critical condition in hospital and another three people had injuries that were not life-threatening.
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