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Members of the public tried to rescue girl, 7, and her aunt from house fire, says coroner
Members of the public tried to rescue the victims before emergency crews arrived, and a 23-year-old man has been charged with murder.
- Inquests opened on Tuesday into the deaths of Natalie McDonald, 34, and her seven-year-old niece Valentina Foster at Teesside Coroners Court. Both died in a house fire on Birchington Avenue, Grangetown, on August 26.
- Pathologist Hoggard concluded both victims died from "the effects of fire" after the blaze on Birchington Avenue. Members of the public attempted rescue before emergency services arrived at the property.
- Jaden Wright, 23, appeared at Teesside Crown Court on September 3 charged with two counts of murder following the blaze. He was remanded in custody pending a future hearing.
- Area coroner Paul Appleton suspended further hearings due to ongoing criminal proceedings. Appleton offered condolences to family members who attended the brief inquest opening.
- Judge Jonathan Carroll set a provisional trial date of April 14, 2027, for the case, expected to be tried by a High Court Judge. The suspension of inquests will remain pending the outcome of criminal proceedings.
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The Independent (US)People tried to rescue girl, 7, and aunt killed in house fire
Jaden Wright, 23, has appeared at Teesside Crown Court charged with two counts of murder
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