Woman, 73, dies in St Lucy house fire
October 15, 2026
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A 73-year-old woman died in a house fire at Number One, Crab Hill, St Lucy, on Thursday morning, leaving her family and community in mourning.
The deceased has been identified as Janice Straker, who was inside the home when the blaze broke out. Three grandchildren who were also in the house escaped.
Her husband, Richard Straker, said he returned home shortly before 7 a.m. to find the house on fire. He attempted to enter the building but was forced back by intense smoke and flames.
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