DeKalb County first responders find three people dead in Thursday house fire

DEKALB COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) -- The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office said three people are dead after law enforcement responded to a residential fire early Thursday morning.

Area first responders answered a call for a reported residential fire in Weatherby, Missouri.

While responding, crews found three people dead inside the residence, according to a press release. Information about the victims, including the cause of death, has not been released.

An investigation is ongoing with the assistance of the Missouri State Fire Marshals and local Fire Departments.

Anyone with information regarding the investigation is encouraged to contact Captain Mike Marvin with the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office at 816-449-5802.

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