FORT PIERCE, Fla. — Autopsy results have revealed that a victim found in a fire-damaged St. Lucie County home died from blunt force trauma, not gunshot wounds as initially believed by investigators.
The Medical Examiner determined Saturday that the victim sustained multiple blunt force trauma injuries, contradicting preliminary findings that suggested gunshot wounds based on early observations at the scene.
St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office deputies and fire personnel responded to a residential structure fire in the 600 block of S. Market Avenue at approximately 8:10 p.m. on November 28 after receiving a 911 call.
Fire crews began suppression operations while deputies secured the area. Once firefighters extinguished the blaze and entered the residence, they confirmed a deceased individual was inside.
Deputies executed a search warrant at the residence. During the initial examination, investigators believed the victim had suffered multiple gunshot wounds in addition to other injuries. However, the autopsy has now corrected those preliminary findings.
Anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area or has information related to this incident should contact the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office at 772-462-7300.
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