A 33-year-old Syrian woman was found dead following a residential fire in Worb, Bern.

Authorities have not ruled out foul play, as investigations by the University of Bern's Institute of Forensic Medicine continue.

A 42-year-old Syrian man has been detained in connection with the incident, with prosecutors seeking pre-trial detention.

Neighbors described the family as quiet and friendly, expressing shock over the tragedy.

The woman leaves behind three teenage children.

Police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen anything suspicious near Blümlisalpstrasse on Monday to come forward.