POLICE have bailed a man arrested on suspicion of murder following a fire at an address in Stramongate in Kendal in the early hours of yesterday morning.
Kathleen Holme, 67 who resided at the address suffered serious injuries and was taken to Royal Lancaster Infirmary following the fire. She subsequently died.
Officers arrested a 38-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
He has now been bailed until 14 May 2017 as the investigation into the fire continues.
Officers are not seeking anyone else in connection with this incident at this time.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here