Posted on: March 22, 2025 09:50 AM

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State Police investigate a fatal fire in the town of AuSable

On March 20, 2025, an autopsy was performed at Glens Falls Hospital by Forensic Pathologist Kristen Landi, Medical Examiner. He positively identified the individuals who died in the fire earlier that day. The deceased was Elizabeth L. Shalton, age 65, and William E. Regazzi, age 65, both from Keeseville, NY. The cause and manner of death are still pending.

On March 20, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., State Police responded to a fully engulfed structure fire on Margaret Street in the town of AuSable.  Local fire departments extinguished the fire and were able to enter the residence.  Unfortunately, they discovered two deceased individuals inside.

State Police spoke with the New York State Fire Investigators at the scene, who determined the fire was accidental and showed no signs of suspicious activity.  An Essex County Coroner was present at the scene, who ordered the removal of the deceased.

Autopsies are scheduled for a later date and time at Glens Falls Hospital by Forensic Pathologist Kristen Landi, Medical Examiner to identify the individuals, as well as the cause and manner of death.

This is an ongoing investigation.

From NYSP