Manhunt Underway After House Set on Fire with Family Inside in Northfield

Blaze Hits Farren Road Home

Police in the West Midlands are hunting David White after a house was deliberately set on fire in Northfield. The shocking arson attack happened just before 8.30am on Monday, 13 April, at a property on Farren Road.

Woman and Kids Escape Unharmed

A woman and two children were inside the house when the fire broke out. Luckily, all three got out safely before the flames ripped through the building.

Suspect on the Run

The 34-year-old suspect is believed to have broken into the home and set fire to the furnishings before fleeing the scene.

Police Appeal for Information

West Midlands Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. You can contact them via Live Chat on their website or call 101, quoting crime reference number 20BW/88653G/20.

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