Hamden, CT (March 10, 2021) – Around 10:15 p.m. on Tuesday night, March 9, a man was killed in a house fire in Hamden.

According to police, the fire broke out in a home on Hill Street. When crews arrived at the scene, they found heavy fire in the home’s breezeway, as well as the garage. They are not sure about the circumstances that led to the fire.

Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were present at the scene. One person inside the home at the time of the fire, identified as 59-year-old Frank Mangiero, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two others were able to escape the home and were taken to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation.

The investigation into the circumstances of the fire continues.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Fires in Connecticut

Fires break out in both residential and commercial areas every single year in the state of Connecticut. These incidents happen in the blink of an eye due to the negligence of others, leading to serious injuries such as burn injuries and smoke inhalation injuries. The unfortunate truth is that many of these incidents also lead to fatalities that could have been prevented. Losing somebody you love in a house fire can have a huge and lasting impact on every aspect of your life as you and your family hope to move forward. It is important that you seek the help of an accident attorney.

Losing a loved one in a fire might be one of the most tragic things that you and your family have ever had to endure. As you grieve the loss of your loved one, you may be concerned about how you will afford to keep up with the bills that pile up against you. It is never easy to face the loss of a loved one on your own, but you have many options along the way. It is important that you seek the help of a Connecticut wrongful death attorney in your time of need. See our proven track record of success representing those who have lost loved ones in accidents at www.mchamberslaw.com.

At the Law Office of Michael L. Chambers, Jr., our skilled and dedicated accident attorneys have diligently assisted those who have lost loved ones due to preventable fires over the years. We understand how traumatic a fire can be and the impact that it can have on every aspect of your life. Our attorneys can assist you along the often-problematic path toward compensation for aspects like medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, funeral costs, and more. Please contact an accident attorney in Connecticut at (860) 231-9535 to find out what options are available for you.

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