State Fire Marshal Investigating Structure Fire With Death in Crestview
Friday, July 26, 2024
Crestview, Fla. — A reported structure fire in Crestview is now being investigated by the State Fire Marshal’s Office after an unidentified person was found inside deceased.
On Friday, July 26th at 12:13pm Crestview Fire Department Station 1, Battalion Chief 1 and North Okaloosa Fire District were dispatched to 162 Graham Circle, off of Mapoles Street in Crestview for a reported structure fire.
After extinguishing the camper fire, which was completely destroyed leaving only the frame, firefighters discovered a deceased person inside.
A crime scene was established, and law enforcement responded.
Due to the unknown cause of the fire and death, the State Fire Marshal’s Office has taken over the investigation.
The Crestview Police Department, Okaloosa County EMS and the District 1 Medical Examiner also responded.
At this time, the identity of the deceased is not being released due to it being an active investigation.