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Sand Creek residential fire claims life

The Dunn County Sheriff’s Office reports that on November 6, 2017 at 8:20 P.M. the Dunn County 911 Communications Center received a report of residential fire at N12946 870th Street in the Township of Sand Creek. Dunn County Sheriff’s Office, Sand Creek Fire, Colfax Fire and EMS and Chippewa Fire Protection District responded to the scene.

When deputies arrived it was determined that a 69-year-old female resided alone at the residence. Investigation on scene indicated that the female was most likely home during the fire. Dunn County Sheriff’s Office Investigators began their investigation and were able to locate a body believed to be the female resident in the interior of the home. The Dunn County Medical Examiner responded to the scene.

On November 7, 2017 an autopsy was performed. Identification of the victim and the results of the autopsy will be released as soon as information becomes available. Investigation into the origin of the fire continues.