Fatal house fire at Hawthorne, QLD

A 66-year-old man has died following a house fire at Hawthorne on Saturday, August 19.

Emergency services were initially called to the Forbes Street property around 8:15pm following reports of a house on fire.

Upon arrival, a 66-year-old man, believed to be a resident, was located with serious injuries and was transported to hospital.

He passed away from his injuries on Sunday night.

Investigations into the cause of the fire are continuing, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.

Police continue to appeal to anyone with information or relevant vision to come forward.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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