By Crash News Writer 
Maricopa, AZ (August 9, 2025) – A tragic early morning house fire in Maricopa claimed the life of one person on Friday. Maricopa Fire-Medical Department crews were called just before 5:30 a.m. to a residence in a neighborhood near Honeycutt Road and Porter Road.
According to reports, a woman told firefighters she and another person had escaped separately but was unsure if the other person had gone back inside. During a search of the property, crews located the victim unconscious in the backyard. The person was transported to the hospital but later died. Their identity has not yet been released. Multiple fire engines worked to control the blaze, with crews extending hose lines into the home and accessing the roof. Investigators are still working to determine both the cause of the fire and the official cause of death.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
This report is based on preliminary statements from emergency responders and may be updated as more facts are confirmed.
- The victim’s name has not been publicly released pending notification of family members.
- Investigators are reviewing potential causes of the blaze, and findings will be shared when available.
- Residents seeking fire safety guidance can contact the Maricopa Fire-Medical Department or local safety organizations.
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