Press Release

 At approximately 5:49 pm on 10-23-2023, The Thief River Falls Police Department, Thief River Falls Fire Department, and Pennington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a residential fire at 504 Knight Ave N in Thief River Falls.

While putting out the fire, a body of an adult male was located inside the residence. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Thief River Falls PD, Pennington County SO, and State Fire Marshals. At this time, we do not suspect foul play. There is no ongoing threat to the public.

The name of the deceased is being held pending the notification of family.

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For Immediate Release,

   At 17:50 on October 23^rd, 2023, the Thief River Falls Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 504 Knight Ave N. The structure was a multi-family residence. Upon arrival, fire was showing from the basement apartment. A primary search of the structure was completed, and one deceased occupant was found in the basement apartment. Currently the fire is under investigation with the MN State Fire Marshals Office and local Law Enforcement personnel. The structure sustained a considerable amount of damage.

Rick Beier – Fire Chief

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