Rhine-Neckar district - Fire at campsite: Woman died of smoke inhalation
The body found after a fire on a campsite is that of the 66-year-old owner of the caravan. According to forensic experts, she died of smoke inhalation, as the police announced on Thursday.
The dead woman was found just under a week ago near Sinsheim (Rhine-Neckar district). The caravan had been used by the woman as a home. The fire may have been caused by an electric heater overheating, it said. The woman was probably surprised by the fire in her sleep. There were no indications of foul play.
The woman's body was found by firefighters during the extinguishing work and an autopsy was carried out. The fire had spread to surrounding caravans. There were no injuries. The damage was estimated to be in the mid five-figure range.
Police press release
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The fire at the campsite in Sinsheim, part of the Rhine-Neckar district, has been linked to an electric heater overheating. This tragedy resulted in the death of a 66-year-old woman due to smoke poisoning. The police are currently investigating the incident and have stated that there are no indications of foul play.
The woman's camper was severely damaged by the fire, which also spread to nearby caravans. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident. The total damage estimated by the authorities is in the mid five-figure range.
Residents of Baden-Württemberg, where Sinsheim is located, have been reminded to take precautions against fires, especially during the winter months, when the risk of heating appliances malfunctioning is higher.
The local police, in their press release, urged campers to maintain a safe environment and prioritize safety measures to avoid similar incidents.
Source: www.stern.de
