A fire which resulted in the deaths of a couple in Blackpool has been declared 'not suspicious' after what police describe as a 'comprehensive' investigation.
Emergency services rushed to the scene of a fire on Peter Street in Blackpool last Wednesday (17 July) after reports people were trapped in the property.
Danielle Bamber, 24, was found dead the scene while her partner Joshua Pearson, 28, was later pronounced dead at Blackpool Victoria Hospital.
Their children, aged six years and 21 months respectively, also lived at the address. The six-year-old did not sustain serious injuries after reported intervention from a neighbour, while the 21-month-old remains poorly in hospital.
There had been significant speculation regarding the involvement of third parties in the fire in the aftermath.
DCI John McNamara, from our Force Major Investigation Team, said: “First and foremost my thoughts remain with Danielle and Joshua’s loved ones at this distressing time, particularly their two children.
“This has been a harrowing investigation which I know has had a profound impact for everyone involved. Nonetheless, they have worked diligently and professionally to understand how this devastating blaze occurred.
“We are now satisfied that this is not a criminal investigation and are in the process of preparing a file for HM Coroner.”
In a tribute Joshua’s family said: “Joshua was a much-loved son, that will be sorely missed, who adored his girlfriend and children.”
Danielle’s family said: “We as a family are devastated by what has happened to Danielle our daughter and her family.
“Please allow us respect as a family to grieve in peace and refrain from any further speculation on social media and to refrain from posting further pictures of Danielle and her family. Please respect our wishes at our time.”
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