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.

The Maysville R-1 School District's Superintendent, Chris Hodge, released a statement Thursday on Facebook saying, "The Maysville R-1 School District has been informed that there was a house fire in our community overnight, and an elementary student has passed away. Out of respect for the family’s privacy, we will not be sharing additional details at this time."

A fund is set up to help with the cost of services at Independent Farmers Bank in Maysville, Missouri. 

Anyone interested in donating to the funds is encouraged to call 816-449-2182.

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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