Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Chief Peter Demnitz of the Morristown Bureau of Police announce the findings of the investigation into the July 14, 2015 fire on Pine Street, in Morristown. On July 14, 2015, at approximately 11:29 p.m., police and fire officials were dispatched to 15 Pine Street, Morristown, on a report of a residential fire. Responders located an active fire to a multiple family dwelling with approximately five (5) apartments. There were approximately 11 people living at the residence at the time. The investigation has revealed that the origin of the fire was from the lower level of the residence. Kelly Smith, age 31, a resident of the dwelling, expired during the course of the fire. The Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office has determined the manner of death as an accident. At this time, the cause of the fire does not appear to be suspicious in nature and the Morris County Prosecutor's Office does not anticipate any criminal charges being filed.
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