A child has died in a unit fire in Queanbeyan. About 2.45pm today, emergency services were called to a unit on Mowatt Street, Queanbeyan East, after reports of a unit fire.The unit was found to be well alight. A 22-year-old woman and a three-year-old boy were rescued from the unit. They were treated for burns and smoke inhalation before being taken to Canberra Hospital for treatment.The fire was extinguished by Fire & Rescue NSW officers. Inside the unit, the body of a one-year-old girl was located, NSW Police say.
Three police were treated for smoke inhalation.A crime scene has been established at the address. The cause of the fire is not yet determined.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stopers.
