DHSS Press Release

Rita Landgraf, Secretary
Jill Fredel, Director of Communications
302-255-9047, Pager 302-357-7498
Email: jill.fredel@delaware.gov

Date: December 18, 2012
DHSS-146-2012

VICTIM IN WILMINGTON FIRE IDENTIFIED AS 38-YEAR-OLD MAN

WILMINGTON (Dec. 18, 2012) - The Delaware Office of the Chief Medical Examiner identified the victim of Thursday night's fatal house fire in Wilmington as Alphonso Hall, 38.

Following an autopsy, the Medical Examiner's office ruled Mr. Hall died of smoke inhalation and burns. The manner of his death is still under investigation.

The Wilmington Fire Marshal's office continues its investigation into the origin and cause of the fatal fire at Fifth and Jefferson streets.

Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.

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VICTIM IN WILMINGTON FIRE IDENTIFIED AS 38-YEAR-OLD MAN

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