NORTH MIAMI, Fla. – A 54-year-old woman died Tuesday at a hospital after a fire sparked inside her home in North Miami, authorities confirmed.
The fire was reported early Tuesday morning in the area of Northwest 120th Terrace and First Avenue.
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North Miami police Detective LaShundra Jones said it’s unclear whether the victim’s death was caused by smoke inhalation or burns from the fire.
She said the fire appeared to be due to some kind of electrical issue, however the incident remains under investigation.
A GoFundMe page created by loved ones identified the victim as Lindy Bell.
“After bravely rescuing his grandmother, Lindy Bell’s son valiantly tried to save his mom but was overpowered by the flames,” a statement on the website read. “We are determined to make sure that he knows how much we treasured his mother and that he is not alone. Lindy dedicated 30 years to assisting clients, families and our community.”