The family of Neil Morris, who was murdered in an arson at Rowe Court, have issued a moving tribute.

This comes after Hakeem Kigundu, aged 32, formerly of Rowe Court, Reading, pleaded guilty to two counts of murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm and one count of arson with intent to endanger life today (September 20).

He started a fire which ripped through the block of flats, trapping residents inside.

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“Neil Morris, known to most as Boz, was born and raised in Shropshire. He had lived in Reading for the past twenty years having recently purchased a top floor flat at Rowe Court.

“He had worked for the NHS as a Risk Information Analyst for the past fourteen years.

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“He had a great sense of humour, was intelligent, knowledgeable, a talented artist and a creative writer.

“Neil was a dearly loved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and a dear and loyal friend to many.

“We, Neil’s family, have been left devastated and heartbroken, our loss is unbearable.”