RCMP, Coroners Service and fire department investigate fatal Kelowna house fire

The Kelowna RCMP Serious Crime Unit is working with the Kelowna Fire Department and the BC Coroners Service to investigate the cause of a fatal house fire.

On Monday October 11, just before 6:00 a.m., RCMP received a request to assist the fire department at a fully engaged house fire in the 100 block of Timberline Road. Due to the structural damage of the residence and the danger posed by the roof collapse, crews were unable to enter and conduct a search.

The search of the residence continued today and the remains of one person were located.

“Kelowna RCMP is working in partnership with the BC Coroners Service to investigate and determine the identity of the deceased,” stated Cst. Solana Paré, Media Relations Officer of the Kelowna RCMP. “The investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing at this time.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300 or remain completely anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net.