Woman's death in East Sussex house fire 'not believed to be suspicious'

Sussex Police said emergency services were called to a fire in Kingston Close, Hove shortly after 5am on Tuesday, October 24.

"A 42-year-old woman was treated at the scene by paramedics but was sadly pronounced deceased a short time later,” a police spokesperson said.

"Sussex Police carried out a full and thorough investigation alongside the fire service, which has now concluded that there are no suspicious circumstances or third party involvement.”

A file is being prepared for HM Coroner for an inquest to take place in due course, police said.

A spokesperson added: “Our thoughts remain with the victim’s loved ones as they come to terms with this tragedy.”