From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM — A 73-year-old man was fatally injured in a Kingston Community house fire on Thursday, Sept. 15, at approximately 8:07 p.m.
“Upon entering the residence, fire personnel discovered the decedent inside the house and transported him to UAB Hospital for treatment,” Chief Deputy Coroner William Yates stated.
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Cauthen later succumbed to his injuries at UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
The Birmingham Fire Marshall’s Office is investigating the cause and origin of the fire, and the Birmingham Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
The story will be updated when more information is available.