Murder investigation underway after woman dies in Knottingley house fire
A murder investigation is underway after a woman died in a house fire in Knottingley last night.
Emergency services were called to Yew Tree Walk at around 8pm to a fire where persons were reported trapped at a house.
The body of a woman was found inside.
She was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Following enquiries, a 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder.
He remains in custody at this time.
The investigation is being led by the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team.
If you have any information or footage which may assist then please contact the team on 101, or at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/LiveChat.
The log reference is 1681 of 5 July.
Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.