30 homeless, woman dead following suspected arson and domestic dispute

Investigators are now at the scene of a suspected murder and arson along Beeston Street in downtown Kingston.

It is reported that about 3:30 this morning residents saw smoke coming from a premises and summoned the fire department.

A woman, who has been identified as 37-year-old Latoya Whyte, was found dead during a search of the compound.

Her partner, who residents say was involved in a dispute with her earlier, is now on the run.

It is being reported that close to 30 persons are now homeless as a result of the blaze.

The fire department responded to the blaze and is now conducting cooling down operations.

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