Man charged after ‘murder’ of woman in flat fire

A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was found within a flat following a fire in Dundee.

Man charged after ‘murder’ of woman in Dundee flat fireiStock

A man has been charged after a woman’s body was discovered following a flat fire in Dundee.

Emergency services were called to a flat in the Byron Street area at around 7.25am on Friday morning.

Two fire engines were sent to the scene, and the blaze was extinguished.

The body of a 37-year-old woman was found within. Her family have been informed, and they are being provided with support by specially trained officers.

Following a post-mortem examination, the woman’s death is being treated as murder.

Officers confirmed a 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death on Sunday.

The man is due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Monday, November 3.

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Last updated Nov 2nd, 2025 at 10:32

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