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Mother Throws Daughter Over Flames | Christchurch News
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- Jul 31, 2026
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- 96
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Summary
A harrowing house fire erupted early Friday in Upper Riccarton, forcing a mother to hurl her toddler through flames and broken glass to escape — all while eight others, including a pregnant woman and a dog, were trapped inside. The blaze, which started at the front door and raced through the lounge in under a minute, left everyone miraculously unharmed. Eyewitnesses say the mother’s screams woke the household, and her oldest son helped his pregnant partner flee upstairs. Authorities have charged a 39-year-old man with arson, intentional damage, and multiple drug-related offenses, with court set for August 11th. This chilling incident underscores the terrifying speed of disaster and the extraordinary courage shown in moments of crisis. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6a5fa042c681ada7