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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Katie Dickinson

Manslaughter charges dropped against mother and brother of teenager over fatal house fire

Leah Casson died in a house fire - (Northumbria Police)

Manslaughter charges have been dropped against three people over the death of a teenager in a house fire, including her mother and brother.

Leah Casson, 18, died after the blaze at her home in Vicarage Street, North Shields, North Tyneside, on 16 January, 2023.

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