Virginia Beach, VA (March 25, 2022) – One person died after a townhouse fire started in the 5500 block of Baccalaureate Drive on Thursday evening, March 24.
Per reports from the Virginia Beach Police Department and Virginia Beach Fire Department, the call came in around 7:30 p.m. Officials added that one pet was also killed in the incident. Though the events leading up to the blaze are unclear, crews said they responded to a community of townhomes called Campus East, next to the Virginia Wesleyan University campus, and were able to knock down the fire about an hour after they arrived.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and authorities have not said how many units were affected. VBPD officers plan to release further information about the victim involved in the coming days.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Townhome Fires in Virginia
Tens of thousands of Americans are negatively impacted by fires every year. Whether people are victimized in house fires, at their place of employment, or on another person’s property, these incidents can result in the loss of property and overwhelmingly painful injuries.
Numerous fires are caused by negligence. There are some instances where fires are a result of defective appliances, faulty electrical work, and even heating or air conditioning systems. These things meant to keep homes and apartments comfortable for residents can cause devastating blazes.
Furthermore, people who are injured in fires often require immediate medical attention. In addition to severe burns, victims often sustain internal organ damages as a result of smoke inhalation. The impacts of fires and injuries are far-reaching. Many victims are left permanently scarred and have difficulties moving forward, both mentally and physically, after being harmed.
In some cases, victims are able to pursue legal options to obtain compensation to help alleviate the impact of lost wages, medical treatment, and other financial burdens they face. Working with a burn injury attorney in VA Beach can help to ensure your legal rights are protected after being harmed. You may be entitled to compensation to help cover the financial burdens you face from medical treatment and other expenses.
Attorney Ron Kramer at Virginia Beach Law Firm is well-versed and skilled at handling some of the most complex personal injury claims imaginable. Our legal team has years of experience fighting for victims and their families after they’ve suffered in accidents that occur through no fault of their own. With keen attention to detail, our personal injury attorneys in the Virginia Beach area are able to review your personal injury case and identify all liable parties to pursue.
Wrongful Death Attorney in Virginia Beach
Our team is dedicated to protecting the legal rights of our clients and fighting to ensure they are able to maximize their recoveries after being harmed. If you have been injured in a fire or lost a loved one, please contact our Virginia Beach wrongful death attorneys at (757) 802-4662. Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation at your earliest convenience, and meet with our team to discuss legal options available to you.
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