Fatal Fire Claims One Life in Newton Duplex

A fire in a Newton duplex has resulted in one fatality, with the first 911 call coming from an off-duty Boston firefighter who saw the blaze while driving. Newton firefighters found heavy flames on the first floor and discovered a male victim during their search, but all other occupants were able to escape. The cause and origin of the fire are under investigation by Massachusetts State Police, Newton Police Department, and Newton Fire Investigation Unit.