Murder investigation launched after two children die in Nottingham fire
A murder investigation has been opened after a baby and a toddler died in a flat fire in Nottingham.
Neighbouring homes were evacuated as fire crews tackled the blaze, which was eventually put out at 4am. "Following a joint investigation with Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service we have established that the fire was started deliberately."We are appealing for witnesses who were in the area at that time and saw something suspicious to please come forward and help us with the investigation.
"This tragic incident has resulted in two children sadly losing their lives and my thoughts, first and foremost, are with their loved ones at this time," he said.
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