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Published on May 06, 2024
Man Dies in Warren Condo Fire; Blaze Not Treated as Suspicious, Officials SaySource: Google Street View

A deadly blaze tore through a Warren condo complex over the weekend, claiming the life of an unidentified man, local authorities said. Per the Warren Fire Department, emergency responders rushed to Bear Creek Condominiums on Willow Court after receiving a 911 call at about 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, reporting smoke wafting from two units and the sound of alarms ringing in the background, as described by WWJ Newsradio.

Upon entry into the condos, fire crews found the man unconscious, seated in a living room chair, he was promptly pulled to the lawn, where CPR was administered before his transport to Ascension Macomb Hospital – where he was ultimately pronounced dead. Despite the tragic outcome, furthermore, officials noted that there were no other civilian or firefighter injuries. According to Detroit Free Press, the fire, which caused considerable damage to one unit and only minimal smoke and water damage to the adjacent condo, is not being treated as suspicious.

The deceased man's medical history may provide additional context as hospital staff informed investigators that the victim could have been grappling with a medical issue prior to the blaze. Confirming this will be the responsibility of the Macomb County Medical Examiner's Office following an autopsy, as stated in a release by the Warren Fire Department and reported by The Detroit News. At this point, the department is still investigating the fire's cause and origin, with a definitive ruling out of arson on the table.

Details about the man's identity are scarce as officials work to notify family members., In the interim, they are determining whether he resided within the condominium complex.