Man guilty of murdering his ex-girlfriend's sister and young children in devastating Bradford house fire

The blaze was an act of vengeance after Bryonie's sister Antonia ended her relationship with Ali, Doncaster Crown Court heard.

A jury found Ali targeted the property on Westbury Road where Antonia Gawith had been staying with her sister's family.

The prosecution told the court Ali sought to "take revenge" following the breakdown of what was described as an "abusive" seven-year relationship with Antonia.

The arson attack took place at approximately 2am on August 21, 2024 when Ali set the building alight.

Ali had been under the influence of drugs and alcohol at the time, with jealousy driving his actions.

He was also convicted of the attempted murder of Antonia, who survived the devastating inferno.

His trial concluded with the jury finding him guilty on all charges.

The prosecution presented evidence that Ali deliberately started the fire knowing the family were inside the property during the early hours of the morning.

Calum Sunderland, 26, who stood trial alongside Ali, was acquitted of the murder charges against him.

However, the jury found Sunderland guilty of four counts of manslaughter relating to the deaths of Bryonie and her three children.

His conviction stemmed from his involvement in breaking into the family residence where Antonia had been staying.

Sunderland was also cleared of attempted murder in connection with Antonia.

Additionally, the jury acquitted him of an alternative charge of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm to Antonia.

The verdicts concluded a trial that laid bare the tragic consequences of Ali's determination to punish his former partner for dumping him.

Both men now await sentencing following the jury's decisions.

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