Rutherford County Fire Rescue Responds to Outbuilding Fire off Manchester Pike

Rutherford County Fire and Rescue responded to an outbuilding fire in the area of the 7000-block of Ridley Earp Road at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8.

Crews encountered significant challenges accessing the property due to difficult terrain and limited entry points. Upon reaching the scene, firefighters worked quickly to bring the fire under control.
During suppression efforts, responders discovered one deceased individual inside the structure. Identification of the victim is pending and will not be released until the completion of the medical examiner’s autopsy and notification of next of kin.

The cause of the fire remains under active investigation by the Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office in coordination with the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office.

Rutherford County Emergency Medical Service and Rutherford County Emergency Management Agency also responded to the scene to support operations. Rutherford County PAWS was called to assist with the care of several dogs located on the property.

No further information will be released at this time.