Hounslow house fire tragedy: Murder investigation launched after woman dies and eight injured

A woman died in hospital after a suspected arson attack in Hounslow, while another woman, aged 40, remains in a life-threatening condition following the blaze

A woman died in hospital after a blaze in Hounslow, while another woman, 40, remains in a life-threatening condition

Police have said they believe the fatal fire in Hounslow, London, may have been started deliberately.

Police said officers were called to Berkeley Avenue in Hounslow on Wednesday morning.

Police said officers were called to Berkeley Avenue in Hounslow on Wednesday morning.

One woman died in hospital, while another woman remains in a life-threatening condition

Emily Bashforth | Live News reporter Published August 19, 2026 6:40pm Updated August 19, 2026 6:41pm 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 Pol

A murder investigation is under way after nine people were taken to hospital following a fire in west London.