Natchez, MS (February 11, 2023) – A serious house fire happened in Natchez that claimed one life on Sunday, February 5. The incident was reported to firefighters in the area at approximately 11:00 p.m.
The blaze occurred in the 100 block of Brookfield Drive near Cross Street. One person, identified as Dr. Ruby As-Sabor, lost their life in the fire. As-Sabor was the services director at the Natchez-Adams School District.
Fire crews took several hours to completely douse the flames. They were at the scene until the early morning hours on Monday, February 6.
Volunteer fire crews from the Adams County Fire Services assisted the Natchez Fire Department at the site of the incident. The cause of the fire is still under investigation at this time.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Mississippi Structure Fires
Personal injuries can take place as the direct result of another person’s malicious, unlawful, or negligent actions. They can result in emotional and physical trauma, lost wages, and extensive medical care. If you were hurt because of someone else’s negligence, you may have grounds to file a personal injury claim for compensation.
It can be devastating to sustain serious injuries in a fire. Perhaps the only thing more devastating is losing someone you love due to a fire caused by a negligent party. Accidents like this always seem to occur when we are least prepared. You may be grieving the loss of your loved one while worrying about how you will pay for the costs related to the fire and their passing.
Hospital bills, lost wages, property damage, and more may result in serious financial difficulties, as well as the costs related to funeral and burial services. You need a trusted lawyer who can help you file a wrongful death claim for compensation.
When you work with a wrongful death attorney in Natchez, you will be able to collect compensation for the aforementioned expenses and more. You deserve to be able to financially recover without having to worry if you’ve lost someone you love in a negligently caused fire.
Our lawyers are here to help you through this trying time. We are aware of the overwhelming and stressful nature of a situation like this. We work to help you recover financially so you can focus on your emotional well-being.
When someone you love loses their life in a structure fire, their death can have a lasting impact on every aspect of your life. A wrongful death attorney can help you recover. Call Mama Justice to learn more about your legal rights at (662) 262-6264.
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