Death toll rises to three in Bradley County wildfire

UPDATE:

Bradley County officials now say two more victims have died in Sunday's house fire in Live Oak Trail.

The body of Benjamin Lawrence Jr., 75, was found in the ruins of the house.

Benjamin Lawrence Sr., 93, and Adrian Lawrence, 73, were both taken to hospital.

But they both later died of their injuries.

Investigators say the cause of the fire will be listed as “undetermined.”

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lawrence family and all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy. We offer our deepest condolences at this difficult time.”

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BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) – Bradley County firefighters responded to a house fire Sunday that left two people dead and one seriously injured.

A call came in to the 300 block of Live Oak Trail at 6:26 p.m.

When crews arrived, they found thick smoke and intense flames consuming the house.

Firefighters entered the residence and located two male victims. Bradley County EMS immediately provided assistance. Both victims were taken to Bradley Medical Center in critical condition and were transported to a burn center in Atlanta for further treatment.

As firefighters worked, they discovered a third victim inside the home. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Bradley County Fire, the TBI and the 10th Judicial District Attorney's Office are all working together to determine the cause of the fire.

More information will be available on Monday.