Heartbroken sister pays tribute to mum, 40, killed in horror fire at home as cops hunt husband over her ‘murder’

A HEARTBROKEN sister has paid tribute to a mum killed in a home hearth, as police hunt her husband.

Valentina Cozma, 40, died in a blaze began at her residence in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire.

Valentina Cozma, aged 40, misplaced her life on February 9 at her residence in Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire Police are on the hunt for Georgian Constantin in reference to the loss of life of Valentina CozmaCredit score: PA

Firefighters raced to horror hearth at round 3pm on February 9.

However paramedics couldn't save Mrs Cozma, who was discovered lifeless on the property.

In an emotional tribute, Valentina’s sister described her as a somebody who "by no means gave up".

She mentioned: “Vali was the individual I may discuss to about something. She supplied me help at any time when I wanted it.

"She all the time tried to maintain the household collectively. Being an older sister, she made positive we did not lack something, even when she did not have a factor.

"She went by means of loads of laborious occasions, but she by no means gave up. I'm interesting for assist from anybody who has particulars that would assist in fixing this case”

Valentina's ex-husband, Georgian Constantin, aged 42, from Stoke-on-Trent is wished in connection along with her alleged homicide.

Stoke Commander, Chief Superintendent Colin Mattinson, mentioned: “I do know the local people are in shock that somebody inside their group has died in such terrible circumstances. We all know she was a quiet girl who was effectively favored amongst her neighbours having lived within the space for some years.

“We take a agency stance in opposition to violence in opposition to girls and home abuse. We're working across the clock to hint Constantin.

"However we additionally want your assist – so my plea is to anybody who has data, regardless of how insignificant it might appear – to get in contact. You would maintain data that's key to our investigation.

“I'm additionally interesting to Constantin himself, or anybody who could also be harbouring him to get in contact. Working away will not be the reply. Anybody discovered to be helping an offender will likely be handled robustly as it is a critical crime.

“A teenage boy has misplaced his mom, we have to safe justice for him, Valentina, and her wider household. Please share our attraction and speak to us if something in any respect.”

Cops have urged anybody with data to come back ahead to assist the homicide investigation by calling 101 quoting incident 440 of February 9.

These with data, however wanting to stay nameless, can name Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.