Duwayne Philpott dies in hospital after the fire at his home in Allenton

A 13-year-old boy injured in a house fire which killed five of his siblings has died in hospital.

Duwayne Philpott lost his fight for life overnight in the Birmingham Children’s Hospital with his parents at his bedside.

Duwayne Philpott, pictures in 2006, lost his fight for life last night.

His sister Jade Philpott, 10, and brothers John, nine, Jack,seven, Jessie, six and Jayden, five, all died in the fire in Victory Road, Allenton, on Friday morning.

Assistant Chief Constable Steve Cotterill said: “I am sad to confirm the news that Duwayne has dies as a result of the injuries he suffered in the fire.

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“My deepest sympathies go out to Mr and Mrs Philpott at this distressing time.

“The family has asked for privacy as they come to terms with the events of Friday and the loss of their children”.

A spokesman from Birmingham Children's Hospital said: "Despite the intensive care team's greatest efforts, the injuries that Duwayne received in the fire were too great for him to survive.

"Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time."

ACC Cotterill added: “This investigation is still at an early stage and it should be stressed that we have not yet had the opportunity to speak to Mr and Mrs Philpott properly because they’ve been caring for their son in Birmingham.”

“I want to thank the local community who have already come forward but I would urge anyone with any information, regardless of how insignificant you think it may be, to contact us.

“We would specifically like to speak to anyone who was in or around Victory Road between 3am and 4am on Friday morning.”

The man and woman who were arrested in connection with the fire were released without charge.

Anyone with information should contact the police on 101, Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or email appeals@derbyshire.pnn.police.uk.