13-Year-Old Layla Allen Dies in Merseyside House Fire as Investigation Continues

Layla Allen's family mourns her loss, calling her a 'shining light,' while authorities work to determine the cause of the tragic blaze.

Layla Allen, 13, was killed in a house fire in Kingsway, Prescot, Merseyside, on the night of April 2, 2025, while seven others escaped unharmed.
The fire originated in a first-floor rear bedroom of the mid-terraced home and was extinguished by firefighters by 12:29am on April 3.
A joint investigation by Merseyside Police and Merseyside Fire and Rescue is ongoing to identify the cause of the blaze.
Layla's family described her as a 'shining light' who brought joy, laughter, and warmth to everyone she met, while the community has left tributes at the scene in her memory.
Specially trained officers are supporting Layla's family during this difficult time, as local residents express their grief and solidarity.