A boy has sadly died following a fire in Gateshead.
Written by Aaron Kearney on 13 May 2025
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A boy has sadly died following a fire in Gateshead.
Shortly after 8pm yesterday (Friday), we received a report via the fire service of a fire near Fairfield industrial park in the Bill Quay area of Gateshead.
Emergency services attended, and the fire was extinguished a short time later.
Subsequently last night we issued an appeal for missing boy Layton Carr – it was believed he was in the area at the time.
Sadly, following searches carried out by Northumbria Police and partners at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, a body believed to be that of 14-year-old Layton Carr was located deceased inside the building.
His next of kin have been informed and are currently being supported by specialist officers.
Enquiries are at an early stage and members of the public are asked not to speculate online or in the community.
11 boys and three girls aged between 14 and11 years-old have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter.
They remain in police custody at this time.
Detective Chief Inspector Louise Jenkins, of Northumbria Police, said: “This is an extremely tragic incident where a boy has sadly lost his life.
“Our thoughts are with Layton’s family as they begin to attempt to process the loss of their loved one.
“Our specialist officers will continue to support them in whatever way they can.
“We ask that their privacy be respected at this time.”
Detective Chief Insp Jenkins added: “A cordon remains in place while we carry out enquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
“I’d like to thank our officers and partners at Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service for their efforts through the night.”
Officers remain in the area with partners to carry out enquiries and offer reassurance to the public.
Anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to an officer on duty.
Members of the public who may have information that could assist enquiries should get in touch with Northumbria Police by sending a direct message on social media or by using the live chat or report form functions on the Force’s website.
Those who can’t contact the Force online, should call 101. Please quote reference number: NP-20250502-1124.
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