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Firebomb Attack Leaves Family Devastated | UK News
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- Jul 7, 2026
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Summary
Two men convicted of arson and manslaughter after setting a firebomb on Daniel Gardner’s Birmingham flat — which killed him — received prison sentences yesterday: Stephen Dale, 24, got 24 years, while his 18-year-old accomplice, Tyler Phythian, received four. Dale, linked to Gardner’s ex-partner, convinced the teen to help him carry out the attack, which was captured on CCTV showing them fleeing with Phythian carrying a gas can and Dale’s foot ablaze. Phythian later claimed they only meant to burn a car — but the attack turned deadly. The family of Gardner, a devoted father and grandfather, described the unimaginable loss, saying they miss him every minute, though they find some solace in believing he’s now with his grandparents. Investigators called the act cowardly, leaving two children fatherless — convictions secured thanks to overwhelming video evidence and witness testimony. 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/15d83fa6c29e1666