A house fire in Langley Wednesday morning claimed the life of a 15-year-old.
Langley RCMP responded to a report of a structure fire in the 6500 block of 248 Street shortly before 7am.
“Firefighters from the Township of Langley Fire Department arrived to find the structure fully engulfed in flames,” reads a release from Langley RCMP.
Sadly, a 15-year-old was found deceased inside the house.
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“This is a heartbreaking tragedy, and our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time,” said Sgt. Zynal Sharoom of the Langley RCMP.
The cause of the fire is still unknown, with no indication of criminality at this time.
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