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Met Police launches murder probe after Berkeley Avenue fire

8/20/2026

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Metropolitan Police opened a murder investigation after a 48-year-old woman died in a fire on Berkeley Avenue, Hounslow.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil John said officers believe the fire was deliberately set.
Nine people were hospitalized, including a 40-year-old woman in critical care.
Police say the incident is isolated and urge anyone with CCTV footage to call 101 quoting CAD 359/19Aug or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Metropolitan Police opened a murder investigation after a 48-year-old woman died in a fire on Berkeley Avenue, Hounslow.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil John said officers believe the fire was deliberately set.
Nine people were hospitalized, including a 40-year-old woman in critical care.
Police say the incident is isolated and urge anyone with CCTV footage to call 101 quoting CAD 359/19Aug or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.