The faces of a mother and her two young children, who tragically lost their lives in a horrific house fire in the early hours of Boxing Day, have been released for the first time.
A Family Devastated by Flames
Fionnghuala Shearman, known affectionately as 'Nu' to her friends, died alongside her seven-year-old daughter, Eve, and her four-year-old son, Ohner. The fire tore through their family home on Brimscombe Hill, near the town of Stroud in Gloucestershire.
Emergency services rushed to the scene in the dark hours of 26 December, but despite their efforts, the three family members could not be saved. The blaze caused extensive damage to the property.
A Father's Brave Attempt to Save Them
The children's father and Nu's husband, Tom Shearman, is a serving officer with Gloucestershire Police. It is understood he bravely attempted to rescue his family from the inferno. He was taken to hospital with injuries and, according to the latest reports, remains there receiving treatment.
The community in Stroud and the wider police family have been left reeling by the devastating news. Tributes have begun to pour in for the much-loved mother and her children, described as a beautiful and close-knit family.
Community in Mourning and Investigation Ongoing
Local residents have spoken of their shock and profound sadness following the Boxing Day tragedy. The incident has cast a pall over the festive period for the entire area.
Investigations by Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service, working alongside police, are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the fire. At this stage, the blaze is not believed to be suspicious. The focus remains on supporting the bereaved father and husband, Tom, and all those affected by this unimaginable loss.
This story continues to develop as the community comes together to mourn and support one another in the wake of such a profound tragedy.
