Fire marshal investigates deadly fire in Ocean View

OCEAN VIEW, Delaware – A fatal fire in Ocean View is under investigation.

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office said the mobile home fire was reported around 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Emergency crews responded to the 35000 block of Bethany Crest Lane and found an unconscious person inside the building.

Firefighters were able to recover the victim, but he did not survive. The victim’s body was turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science for identification and cause of death determination. No other injuries were reported.

Investigators are trying to determine where and how the fire started. Damage to the mobile home is estimated at $50,000.