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72-Year-Old Woman Dies After Dearborn House Fire as Officials Probe Cause

Officials have opened an investigation into a smoldering blaze reported by a delivery driver.

Overview

  • Fire crews responded around 8 p.m. Monday to a home near Drexel Street and Lawrence Avenue in Dearborn.
  • A food delivery driver called 911 to report the smell of smoke coming from the residence.
  • Firefighters encountered little active flame but noted smoke damage indicating the fire had been burning for some time.
  • A 72-year-old woman was found in the living room and transported to Garden City Hospital, where she died from her injuries.
  • The Dearborn Fire Department says the cause remains unknown as the investigation continues, with multiple outlets corroborating the initial details.