Dad of girl who died in Portsmouth tower block fall does not blame anyone for tragedy

The dad of Minnie Rae Dunn has told The News he hopes those closest to his daughter can now find peace - and does not hold any blame to anyone.

Minnie passed away aged eight after falling from Pickwick House tower block in Wingfield Street, Buckland, on August 24 last year at around 6.30pm. Emergency crews rushed to the scene but were unable to save the Ark Ayrton Primary Academy pupil.

Hampshire police released a 43-year-old woman from the investigation last month after she was previously arrested for neglect.

Minnie’s father Daniel Kenney previously revealed he still had questions over her death - and believed it was avoidable. Minnie, who lived with Daniel’s parents in Southsea, was staying away the evening she died. According to Daniel, Minnie fell after climbing up a sofa on the balcony while "messing about" with a friend who desperately tried to grab Minnie's hand as she fell.

Now Daniel has revealed his parents have moved away as they seek to find peace after the tragedy. The grieving dad also said he does not hold anyone to blame for what happened.

“I don't hold (anyone) responsible. I don't blame her (the woman released from the police investigation). My parents have some closure and they have left Portsmouth,” Daniel said.

“I hope they can find some peace. They deserve that. My mum and dad stepped up and if it wasn't for them Minnie would not have had the life she did. I'm not perfect. This is not about me, it's about the two people who really matter.”

Speaking of his daughter, Daniel previously said: “No one will ever forget Minnie, she was unique.” After her funeral, the dad had said: “Minnie was obviously loved in the community but we didn't realise how much until we saw the support. It was incredible. My brother gave an amazing speech at the service about her being unique and sassy which broke everyone.”

Minnie's mother, Rebecca, previously said: “My angel, I am going to miss your sassiness and the way you spoke your mind. Your big bright smile that always melted my heart will be missed so much.

“I have a hole shape in my heart that will always be there. My little angel, I love you to the moon and back. Mummy.”

A statement on behalf of her brothers and sisters, Porscha, TJ, and Alisha, read: “Although our time was short together we will always cherish the times we did have, and we will always love you. You will always be an angel.”