ST. MARY'S COUNTY, MD - Authorities in St. Mary's County and the Office of the State Fire Marshal are conducting a thorough investigation into a tragic shed fire that resulted in the death of a man late Friday evening.
The incident occurred shortly after 11:00 p.m. on February 17, 2024, when firefighters from the Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to a property at 37720 River Springs Road in Avenue. The emergency call was made after the property owners noticed their 8' x 10' shed engulfed in flames, with concerns that someone might still be inside.
Despite the quick response, with the fire being extinguished in less than 10 minutes, firefighters discovered a deceased individual within the ruins of the shed. The victim has since been transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for an autopsy to determine the precise cause of death. Identification is pending, but the victim is believed to be the adult son of the homeowners who lived on the premises.
The investigation into what caused the fire is ongoing, as is customary in such fatal incidents. A collaborative effort between the Office of the State Fire Marshal and the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office aims to uncover the circumstances leading to this tragic event. This joint investigative approach ensures a comprehensive examination whenever a fatal fire takes place, reflecting a standard procedure to determine both cause and responsibility.
As the community awaits further information, the loss has undoubtedly profoundly impacted the family and residents of Avenue, Maryland. The investigation remains active, with officials committed to providing updates as more details become available. The primary goal is to ascertain the factors contributing to the fire to prevent future tragedies of a similar nature.
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