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Dave StatterMar 19, 2011
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Day care operator charged in deadly Houston fire reported to be in custody. Jessica Tata turned herself in to officials in Nigeria.

Houston Fire Department had apologized over Tata leaving the country two days after the fire.
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Dave StatterMar 2, 2011
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Houston fire chief says mistakes were made that allowed owner to flee after day care center fire killed four children. Terry Garrison says Jessica Tata was treated as a victim. Raw video from press conference.

Chief downplays battle with DA's office.
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Dave StatterMar 2, 2011
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Houston Fire Department & Harris County District Attorney at odds over daycare worker fleeing the country. HFD releases detailed timeline.

HFD and DA both issue timelines of investigators and prosecutors efforts.
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Dave StatterFeb 24, 2011
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Three children dead & four others hurt in Houston, Texas home day care fire. HFD brings out five this afternoon.

Operator told witness she went to the bathroom and returned to find the kitchen on fire.
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