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Sheriff says criminal probe underway; manslaughter possible if evidence supports it
Summary
Sheriff Kelly said a criminal investigation is running parallel to recovery work and that, with the confirmed fatality, prosecutors could pursue manslaughter charges depending on findings; investigators are working to identify suspects and evidence.
Sheriff Kelly said response work is being conducted alongside a criminal investigation into the cause of the fire and vowed persistent follow-up. "This is something that we will not give up on, and we will find whoever's responsible, for this fire and bring them to justice," he said.
Kelly outlined potential legal consequences depending on investigative findings, noting that if the investigation shows culpable conduct tied to the loss of life, "with the loss of life, now we're into the realm of, of manslaughter." He added that final charging decisions will be made by the Douglas County prosecutor once subjects are taken into custody and the investigation is complete.
