A HUSBAND hunted by cops after his wife died in a fire has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Valentina Cozma, 40, died in a blaze started at her home in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, on February 9.
Police launched an urgent search for her husband Georgian Constantin in connection with the horror.
They have now confirmed the 42-year-old was arrested on suspicion of murder in London this morning.
Officers were scrambled to the burning home at around 3pm on February 9.
Sadly Valentina could not be saved with a post mortem confirming she died from inhalation of products of combustion.
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In an emotional tribute, Valentina’s sister described her as a someone who "never gave up".
She said: “Vali was the person I could talk to about anything. She offered me support whenever I needed it.
"She always tried to keep the family together. Being an older sister, she made sure we didn't lack anything, even if she didn't have a thing.
"She went through a lot of hard times, yet she never gave up. I am appealing for help from anyone who has details that could help in solving this case”.
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Forensic officers remain at the scene of the blaze with police appealing for witnesses.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Inspector Adrian Webb, from the force’s Major and Organised Crime department, said: "We are grateful for the community’s support during this investigation.
"Enquiries into Valentina’s tragic death continue and we remain keen to speak to witnesses who may have relevant information or material which could support the investigation, such as CCTV or dash cam footage.
"My thoughts remain with Valentina’s loved ones, in particular her young son, at this deeply traumatic time.”
Anyone with information can call police on 101 quoting incident 440 of 9 February.
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