New Zealand police launch homicide investigation into deadly hostel fire suspected to be arson.
TL;DR
New Zealand police have launched a homicide investigation into a fire that killed at least six people in a Wellington hostel, which they believe was arson. Police have not yet arrested anyone but have a list of people they want to speak to. The hostel had no fire sprinklers, and the prime minister has asked the minister for housing to look at building regulations to see if there is anything more that can be done.
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- New Zealand's 'worst nightmare': at least 6 killed after fire engulfs hostel South China Morning Post
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