Six children among eight family members killed in ‘suspicious’ house fire as arson investigators scour scene

SIX children are among eight family members who have been killed in a “suspicious” house fire in Michigan. Cops are now probing whether the tragedy was a murder-suicide after some of the victims were found with gunshot wounds. Six children are among eight found dead in a Michigan house fire Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk Fire crews were called to the property after receiving reports about the smell of smoke Credit: ABC The children ranged in age from around five to 15 years old, according to Captain Jacob Sparks of the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office. Police have described the incident as “suspicious”, but Sparks added it was “too early to say that it’s a murder-suicide”. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! He continued: “I can tell you that that’s one theory that we have and we’re still looking to see if we can verify that.” Sparks confirmed that some of the victims suffered gunshot wounds, although police were probing whether “other means” were involved. “It would be premature for me to say what caused their deaths,” he said. Firefighters were called to the house between 8.30am and 9am yesterday morning after receiving reports of a strong smell of smoke. They scoured the area without success, but later rushed back to the scene after residents reported white smoke rising from the home on the 14900 block of Riverside Trail. More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun. Comment now