Fatality in Morristown Residential Fire

Published on December 15, 2014

Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Morristown Police Chief Peter Demnitz announce an on-going investigation into a fatal fire that occurred on December 14, 2014 at 1 Shady Lane, Morristown, New Jersey.

The investigation has revealed that an adult female died during the course of a fire at her personal residence. No other injuries were reported and the fire was extinguished due to efforts of first responders. Notification of the fire was received this morning.

This is an active investigation. Personnel from the Morristown Police Department and the Morris County Prosecutors Major Crimes Unit have responded to the scene. Further information will be made available once the investigation concludes and the Medical Examiner has conducted a post-mortem examination.

Further press releases on this matter are not anticipated today.

Any inquiries can be directed to First Assistant Morris County Prosecutor Thomas Zelante at 973-285-6252 or tzelante@co.morris.nj.us.