1 dead, firefighter injured after Charlotte home set fire, officials say

  • Source: WNCN-TV CBS 17 Goldsboro
  • Published: 02/28/2021 07:50 PM

One person was killed in a fire that was intentionally set overnight Sunday in west Charlotte, local officials said. The Charlotte fire Department responded to calls regarding the residential fire near 2600 Westerwood Village Drive before 6 a.m. on Sunday where they said one person died. CFD said one firefighter was transported to a local hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries. An initial investigation determined that the fire was intentionally set. An estimate of about $60,000 in damages was reported. CMPD also responded to the scene and this remains an active investigation.



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