Shannon Collins and two teenagers die in fatal Garner fire
Fatal Garner fire death of Shannon Collins and two juveniles
A 49-year-old man and two teenagers were discovered deceased inside a residence engulfed in flames on Tuesday morning, according to the Wake County Sheriff’s Office. The identities of the two minors, aged 13 and 15, were confirmed by the authorities. Tragically, two feline companions were also found lifeless at the scene.
Multiple fire departments from Wake County were dispatched to the location, which was initially reported as a house fire. The bodies were located by rescue teams during their operations. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is currently examining the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Sheriff Willie Rowe expressed condolences for the victims’ families, acknowledging the profound effect such a tragedy has on the community. He emphasized that investigators are working diligently to complete their examination. “The entire Sheriff’s Office is thinking about and praying for the loved ones of the victims,” the official stated. “A tragedy like this impacts the entire community, and we understand there are questions that may arise. Our investigators and partnering agencies are working diligently to conduct a thorough investigation. We ask for your patience as that work continues.”
As of now, the origin of the fire remains undetermined. The ongoing investigation continues to gather information.
