Tragic Fatal House Fire Claims Lives of Three Children in Harristown

In a devastating incident, a suspicious house fire in Harristown on May 7 has led to the tragic deaths of three children. The Queensland Police Service reported that emergency services responded to the fire at a Merritt Street property around 12:30 am, where they found the house engulfed in flames. Unfortunately, a 9-year-old boy was found deceased inside the property, with two more children, a 4-year-old girl and a 7-year-old girl, succumbing to their injuries at the Queensland Children’s Hospital later. A 36-year-old woman remains in critical condition at the Royal Brisbane Women’s Hospital, while three other individuals managed to escape the fire.

The incident is currently being treated as suspicious, with the house designated as a crime scene. The police are conducting forensic examinations as part of Operation Xray Paxton, with the Homicide Investigation Unit providing assistance. Authorities have confirmed that they are not seeking any additional suspects at this time. Investigations are ongoing, and the police are urging anyone with information or relevant video footage to come forward.

For those who may have information related to the fire, they are encouraged to contact Policelink or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers. The Queensland Police Service has provided contact information for individuals to provide tips or report suspicious activity. The community is urged to assist in any way possible to aid in the investigation of this tragic event.