Man Found Guilty of Horror House Fire Killing Mum and Two Children
Jamie Barrow, 31, was today found guilty of murdering Fatoumatta Hydara, 28, and her young daughters Fatimah, three, and Naeemah, one. The trio died after Barrow set fire to their flat in Fairisle Close, Clifton, in the early hours of 20 November 2022.
Barrow lived in the same block of flats as the family. He will be sentenced on Friday, 7 July 2023.
Family Breaks Silence After Tragedy
Speaking after the verdict, the family released an emotional statement. They said:
“Words cannot quantify how much our family have suffered because of the horrific actions of one man.”
“Neither can we quantify the emotional, psychological, physiological and financial impact of the crime Jamie Barrow committed against Fatoumatta, Fatimah and Naeemah.”
“His actions were utterly heartless and cruel – and have caused a multigenerational trauma that we will never understand.”
“Fatoumatta was a caring daughter, wife, sister, mother and friend. If love and compassion could make a person immortal, she would have lived forever.”
“She had a pure heart and was greatly loved for her warm personality and kindness.”
“She was the most incredible mother to Fatimah and Naeemah, two angels who deserved a beautiful childhood and a full life.”
“Nottingham and the rest of the world have been denied potential future teachers, civil servants, doctors – who knows what they could have been?”
“They lived a short but meaningful life, bringing joy and happiness to us all.”
“People ask how we stayed calm and composed in the courtroom. The only true answer is the strength and patience given to us by Allah and our Khalifa, who always advises us to follow the law of the country and to stay steadfast.”
“We’ve received great support from our Ahmadiyya Muslim Jammat community and the Gambian community in the UK and beyond, which has helped keep us strong.”
“We are deeply grateful to family, friends, and the many diverse communities in Nottingham who stood by us.”
“We also thank the police investigation team, Crown Prosecution Service, prosecution counsel, and jury for delivering justice today.”
