A 13-year-old girl in England has been charged with the murder of her mother, according to British authorities. The Northamptonshire Police Department confirmed that the child is also facing charges of arson with intent to endanger life.
The incident occurred last Monday when emergency services responded to reports of a fire at a residence on Newcomen Road. Upon arrival, police and firefighters discovered a body inside the home. Officials pronounced the individual dead at the scene at 3:29 a.m.
Authorities have not yet officially identified the victim, but they believe it to be a 43-year-old woman. A post-mortem examination determined that the cause of death was an injury caused by a sharp force. Investigators have not disclosed further details regarding the circumstances of the incident or any possible motives.
The girl was taken into custody following the discovery of the body and was formally charged with both murder and arson. She remains in police custody as the investigation continues. Law enforcement officials are working to gather more evidence and establish the sequence of events leading up to the crime.
Northamptonshire Police have assured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community. Authorities continue to urge anyone with relevant information to come forward as they work to complete their inquiry.
