A body was found inside a mobile home severely damaged by fire today (Tuesday).
The Nash County Sheriff’s Office, Ferrells Fire Department, and Nash County Emergency Services Fire Marshal responded to a suspicious fire this morning at 7515 Strickland Road in Bailey.
A search warrant was issued in order to search the residence and determine the cause of the fire.
Upon searching the severely damaged mobile home, a body was located in one of the bedrooms. The body is believed to be an adult male.
The State Fire Marshal’s Office also responded along with a K-9 specializing in fire investigations.
The body was removed and transported to the medical examiner’s office in Greenville, NC. An autopsy will be scheduled to determine the cause of death.
If anyone has any information related to the suspicious fire, contact the Nash County Sheriff’s Office at 252-459-4121.
