Fatal Incidents Strike Independence: House Fire, Crash, and Shooting Leave One Dead Each.
One person was killed in a house fire in Independence, Missouri, on Monday. Firefighters were forced to evacuate the home due to a structural collapse and were placed on a defensive strategy. The fire was eventually brought under control, but the victim was confirmed dead on the scene. The Missouri State Fire Marshal's Office is aiding in the investigation. No further details are available at this time.