The Homicide Squad reports the details of a Fire that occurred in Rockville Centre on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:12 am.

According to detectives, the Rockville Center police responded to an apartment fire that occurred at 274 North Central Avenue. Upon arrival, police observed that the kitchen area was engulfed in flames with black smoke.  The Rockville Center Fire Department also responded and extinguished the fire. A 95-year-old female victim that attempted to extinguish the fire was found with severe burns to her torso and limbs. The victim was transported by a Northwell Ambulance to a local nearby hospital for treatment. The victim was pronounced deceased by hospital staff at 1:02 pm. The Nassau County Arson Bomb Squad responded to the scene.  The fire was deemed non – suspicious.  The investigation is ongoing.

Details by: D/ Sgt. Hussain / Homicide Squad                               05/08/25/1435/8348