Overview
- Firefighters and police responded to 1399 Central Street after a single 911 hang-up and found smoke showing when they arrived Wednesday.
- Crews removed an unresponsive man from the home who had visible burns and took him to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
- State Fire Marshal’s Office investigators and State Police fire experts joined local units and the Norfolk district attorney’s office to process the scene.
- A gun was found inside the house, and investigators are examining whether the blaze was intentionally set as part of an active criminal probe.
- Officials have released few details while the inquiry continues and say they will update the public as evidence and the victim’s condition develop.