A man died in Quebec City after a fire broke out in a multi-unit building on St-Mathias Street; authorities are investigating the incident as a suspicious death.
Fire in Quebec City Leads to Death of Man
A man is dead in Quebec City after a fire broke out in a multi-unit building on Saturday evening.
Details of the Incident
Witnesses alerted emergency services to the fire at 6:42 p.m. They reported seeing smoke and flames coming from the second floor of a building on St-Mathias Street, according to a Quebec City police news release.
Firefighter Response
Firefighters arrived at the scene and found an unconscious man. They evacuated him and attempted to resuscitate him. He was taken to the hospital, where he was later declared dead.
Investigation Underway
The fire was under control within an hour. Police reported that damages were limited to a single residence. The Service de police de la Ville de Québec (SPVQ) and the forensic identification unit are investigating the circumstances of the fire. Police stated that the case is being treated as a “suspicious death.”
Summary of the Incident
| Time | Location | Victim Status | Investigation Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:42 p.m. | St-Mathias Street | Unconscious man declared dead | Investigating as suspicious death |
