MAPLE GROVE, Minn. — The Maple Grove Fire Department confirmed a woman died Wednesday after she was trapped inside a burning home. On Friday, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's office said the victim was 72-year-old Mary Jo Berberick.
Fire officials said another person was taken to the hospital with injuries, the extent of which are currently unknown.
One of two cats was also killed, while officials say one is still missing.
A city spokesperson said police and fire crews were dispatched to the 10170 block of Nathan Lane around 1 p.m. after a 911 caller reported a home on fire with flames visible in the living room and an occupant trapped inside.
When emergency responders arrived, they found the house fully involved, preventing them from going inside the structure without the fire being knocked down.
Officials say they do not suspect the fire was the result of a criminal act.
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