Police are appealing for information regarding a house fire in Walthamstow where two people were killed at around 10.20pm on Forest Road E17 on Sunday 21st April 2024.

Detectives believe that the fire was started deliberately and a murder investigation is under way. 

Detective Chief Inspector Matt Webb, leading the investigation said " We believe that there may have been an incident outside the address in Forest Road before the fire started and I am very keen to hear from anyone who witnessed something or perhaps has doorbell or dashcam footage. Two people's lives have been cut short as a result of this fire, if you have heard something or have information relating to the incident please don't hestiate to get in touch"  

Police are appealing for information regarding this incident. If you have any information you think may help with the enquiry please contact the Police via the MIPP portal. Were you in the area at the time, did you see or hear anything suspicious ? No matter how insignificant it may seem, we urge you to contact the Police.