A man was found dead inside a burning home early Sunday in the Roseland neighborhood on Chicago’s Far South Side, officials said. Firefighters knocked down heavy flames and searched the badly damaged house, where they discovered the victim. Authorities have not released his name, and investigators are still working to determine how the fire started.
What officials say
According to CBS News Chicago, Chicago Police and Fire Department crews responded just after midnight and found the man inside the residence. The outlet reported that the house was gutted and that officials had not yet determined whether the blaze was accidental or suspicious. Area 2 detectives are leading the investigation.
Scene and local reporting
ABC7 Chicago reported the body was discovered at about 12:05 a.m. near 110th Place and Princeton Avenue. Neighbors told reporters they smelled something burning before fire crews arrived. Local outlets said no other people were reported injured at the scene.
Hoodline context
Hoodline previously covered this incident in our piece on the fatal Roseland blaze, which noted that police and fire officials were conducting a joint death investigation. We will continue to track updates from the Chicago Police Department and the Fire Department and will update this item as new information becomes available.
Fire safety and resources
The Chicago Fire Department and partner groups run programs to install smoke alarms and provide fire safety education. CBS Chicago has a guide on getting help with smoke detectors and related local services. Residents who are concerned about their smoke alarms or who need assistance can reach out to city resources or nonprofit programs that distribute and install long-life smoke alarms.
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