'Electrical items caused' fire that killed mum and kids
Summary
An inquest heard that an electrical item connected to the mains probably started a fire at a home in Brimscombe, Gloucestershire, on 26 December 2025. Fionnghuala Shearman, 38, and her children, Eve, seven, and Ohner, four, died from exposure to fire products; the coroner ruled their deaths accidental.Key Facts
- The fire likely began in the living room and was probably caused by an electrical ignition source.
- Emergency services were called at 03:12 GMT and found the house well alight.
- Tom Shearman escaped and repeatedly tried to re-enter the house to reach his family.
- Tom Shearman also helped a neighbour leave a nearby property.
- The fire destroyed the roof, ceilings and stairs and caused major internal damage.
- The coroner praised Tom Shearman's efforts to save his family.
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