UPDATE: A man has been charged with murder following a tragic flat fire in Dundee that resulted in the death of a woman. Emergency services were dispatched to a residence on Byron Street at around 7:25 AM this morning, where they extinguished a significant blaze.
Inside the flat, the body of Natalie Egan, aged 37, was discovered. Her family has been notified and is receiving support from specially trained officers as they navigate this devastating loss. Authorities are treating her death as a homicide after conducting a post-mortem examination.
The accused, Callum Miller, a 26-year-old, appeared at Dundee Sheriff Court today, facing charges of murder, two counts of theft, and theft of a vehicle. Miller did not enter a plea during the proceedings and has been remanded in custody, with a further court appearance scheduled within the week.
This incident raises serious concerns in the local community, highlighting the tragic consequences of domestic violence and fire safety. The investigation continues as officials gather evidence and assess the circumstances surrounding the fire.
Authorities urge anyone with information related to the incident to come forward. As this story develops, the community is left grappling with the impact of this shocking event. More updates will follow as details emerge.
