Body found inside burned home after fire on Detroit’s west side Officials say cause is undetermined
A body has been found inside a burned home by the Detroit Fire Department on the city’s west side.
DETROIT – A body has been found inside a burned home by the Detroit Fire Department on the city’s west side.
The fire occurred Wednesday (April 26) at 5:03 a.m. in the 7700 block of Mansfield Street.
Officials say the cause is undetermined. However, it does appear to be an accidental fire.
This is a breaking news story, and updates will be posted as they become available.
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