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Melbourne Woman Charged with Murder After Fatal House Fire

1/2/2026

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A 29-year-old woman has been charged with murder after a house fire in Clyde North, Melbourne, on December 18, 2022.
Emergency services responded to the fire at 1:45 AM, leading to the hospitalization of two men, aged 46 and 44.
The 44-year-old man later died from his injuries, prompting the woman to face charges of murder and attempted murder.
Police believe the individuals involved are known to each other, and the woman remains in custody pending a court appearance.
Two other occupants, a 43-year-old woman and an 11-year-old girl, were unharmed.

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A 29-year-old woman has been charged with murder after a house fire in Clyde North, Melbourne, on December 18, 2022.
Emergency services responded to the fire at 1:45 AM, leading to the hospitalization of two men, aged 46 and 44.
The 44-year-old man later died from his injuries, prompting the woman to face charges of murder and attempted murder.
Police believe the individuals involved are known to each other, and the woman remains in custody pending a court appearance.
Two other occupants, a 43-year-old woman and an 11-year-old girl, were unharmed.