'Murdered' pregnant woman, 35, whose body was found in a burning van died of smoke and gas inhalation, inquest hears
Samantha Phythian, 35, known to her family and friends as Sammi, was allegedly still alive when the vehicle was set alight in the seaside town of Prestatyn, North Wales.
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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Oct 12, 2026, 11:51 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Crime & Justice
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