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Woman's body found in Norwich home after fire on Boxing Day, police say

26 December 2024, 21:43 | Updated: 26 December 2024, 22:34

A woman's body has been found after a house fire in Norwich, police have said.

Norfolk Constabulary officers were called to assist the fire service at a property on Carterford Drive at 4.22am on Boxing Day.

While attending the scene, the body of a woman was found inside the house. Her age has not been confirmed by officers, but her next of kin have been informed.

The force added the fire had been extinguished and an investigation into the cause of the fire was under way. A cordon will remain at the scene.

In a separate statement, Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service said their thoughts "are with the family and friends of the resident who tragically died".

They added they were assisted by crews from Earlham, Wroxham, Aylsham, Hethersett, Acle, Long Stratton, Wymondham, Sprowston, Stalham, and Great Yarmouth.