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Citrus County Fire Rescue reports one fatality in Inverness house fire
Fire officials discovered one deceased person inside a home on East Baner Lane following a fire on Tuesday morning. The fire was contained to a single room, and an investigation into the cause is currently being conducted by the Florida State Fire Marshal and the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office.
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Residents in the Inverness area are asked to provide any security footage or information regarding activity near East Baner Lane between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. on September 1 to assist in the ongoing death investigation.
Key Facts
- One person was found deceased inside a home on East Baner Lane.
- The fire was reported at 9:37 a.m. and brought under control by 9:49 a.m. on Tuesday.
- The fire was contained to one room, though smoke damage extended throughout the house.
- No firefighters were injured during the response.
- The Florida State Fire Marshal and Citrus County Sheriff’s Office are jointly investigating the cause.
- Investigators are requesting exterior camera footage or witness reports from the area between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. on September 1.
- Public tips can be directed to the CCSO non-emergency line at 352-249-2790 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-ANY-TIPS.
Who's Mentioned
organizationCitrus County Fire Rescue“Primary fire response agency”organizationInverness Fire Department“Assisted in fire response”organizationFlorida State Fire Marshal“Investigating the fire cause”other911“Emergency contact number”organizationCitrus County Sheriff’s Office“Investigating the fire cause and seeking public assistance”locationEast Baner Lane“Location of the fire”