An investigation is underway into a fatal residential fire Friday afternoon in the town of Plantagenet, about 60 kilometres east of Ottawa.
First responders were called for a reports of a residential fire at about 2:45 p.m. Friday.
A person was found deceased in the residence. Provincial police have released no details of the victim, including age and gender.
The Hawkesbury OPP Crime Unit is investigating in conjunction with the provincial coroner, the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service, and the Office of the Fire Marshal.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Hawkesbury OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be directed to Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477 (TIPS) or online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca .
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