A four-year-old girl died in a house fire in Greater Manchester; a 44-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson.
The incident occurred on March 2, 2025, around 12:35 pm on Gateshead Close, near Rusholme. It appears to be arson. A four-year-old girl died.
Police arrested a 44-year-old woman, suspected of arson, with the charge including intent to endanger life. The police say the suspect is in custody and knew the child. The child died from fire injuries in a hospital.
Police are still investigating the fire, and emergency services went to Gateshead Close. They put out the fire quickly and found the injured girl.
The girl sadly died in hospital later. Police are investigating all the details, and specialist officers are at the scene.
A detective said it was an awful incident, sending condolences to the girl’s family and confirmed the woman knew the child. The detective also assured the public that police are investigating fully. Fire services also sent condolences and will help the police.