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Grangetown fire: police release one murder suspect after two deaths

A man detained on suspicion of murder following a deadly house blaze has been set free, with authorities taking no further steps. Natalie McDonald, 34, and her seven-year-old niece Valentina Foster died in the blaze in Grangetown early on Wednesday. A 23-year-old man remains in questioning as police continue their investigation.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 August 2026 at 19:08

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