A deadly fire in Quincy claimed the life of a 91-year-old woman on Monday night.
- The victim has been identified as Serina Lofton.
- The State Fire Marshal’s Office is now leading the investigation.
- Watch the video below to hear what her son had to say.
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Investigators are searching for answers after a deadly house fire claimed the life of a 91-year-old woman in Quincy. Crews say the fire broke out Monday night on West Clark Street.
Firefighters spent more than five hours putting out the flames. They identified the victim as Serina Lofton, a longtime Quincy resident who moved to the area back in 1970.
Her son tells us dozens of family members — including more than 40 grandchildren— gathered outside the home as fire crews worked through the night.
“She lived to get 91 years old, she had a birthday coming up in January where she would be 92, and we're gonna miss her, we're gonna miss her,” says Victor Clark, son of Serina Lofton.
Quincy police chief Carlos Hill says the State Fire Marshal's Office is investigating how the fire started.
If they find evidence of foul play, Quincy police will take over the case.
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