Murder investigation launched after woman dies in Hounslow house fire

A murder probe has been launched following a fatal house fire (Picture: Alamy Stock Photo)

A murder investigation has been launched after a woman died in a house fire in Hounslow early on Wednesday, the Metropolitan Police said.

An additional eight people were taken to hospital with injuries, with one still fighting for her life.

Police confirmed they were called to a residential address on Berkley Avenue, Hounslow, at 1.14am today, following reports of a fire.

Initial reports suggest the fire was believed to have been deliberately started.

Officers attended the scene alongside the London Fire Brigade and London Ambulance Service.

Despite the ...