- Emergency services were called yesterday morning to a blaze in Bedale Drive
A teenage girl has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a devastating house fire left one person dead.
Police were called at 4am yesterday by crews from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) after being called out to the blaze in Bedale Drive, Leicester.
Inside the property, one person was tragically found dead. Others within the address received hospital treatment as a precaution.
A 14-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of arson. She has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.
Leicestershire Police said it was keeping an open mind on the incident despite the arrest and was liaising with LFRS.
Police were called at 4am yesterday by crews from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS). Pictured, a general view of Bedale Drive, Leicester
Detective Inspector Michael Chandler said: ‘This is an extremely tragic incident in which a person has sadly lost their life. Our investigation is at a very early stage and we are keeping an open mind as to what caused the fire.
‘A dedicated team is carrying out enquiries and we are working closely with the fire service to fully establish what has happened and how it has happened. Specially trained officers are also continuing to provide full support to the family of the deceased.’
Detective Inspector Chandler said that officers will remain in the area to provide ‘support and reassurance’ to residents.
Anyone with information about the fire should contact Leicestershire Police on 101, quoting incident 69 of September 10. Alternatively, report information on the force’s website.
