LEWISHAM FIRE CLAIMS BOY'S LIFE, POLICE AND FIRE BRIGADE INVESTIGATE | INFORMING BRITAIN

Metropolitan Police are assisting the London Fire Brigade in investigating a fatal fire in Lewisham that claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy.

The incident occurred at a flat on Lewisham Road, SE13, at 23:54 on Wednesday 8 July 2025.

Despite efforts from Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, and London Ambulance Service, the boy was pronounced dead at the scene.

His family is receiving support from specialist officers.

A 54-year-old woman was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
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Detective Chief Inspector Danian Reid expressed condolences and noted ongoing efforts with the fire brigade to determine the fire's cause, which is not currently deemed suspicious.

​Local officers will remain in the area to support the community during the investigation.

If you know anything that would assist Metropolitan Police in this investigation, please contact them on 101.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can give information to CrimeStoppers on 0800555111.