Port Huron Township, MI – A 61-year-old man was found deceased inside his home Thursday after deputies responded to a welfare check and discovered signs of a fire inside the residence.
According to the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called Thursday to the 2600 block of 24th Street in Port Huron Township after the man reportedly failed to show up for work. When deputies arrived, they allegedly received no response at the door, despite indications that someone may have been inside.
Authorities forced entry into the home, where they allegedly discovered evidence of a fire, primarily in the kitchen and living room areas. Inside, deputies located Robert Baker, 61, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators said the circumstances surrounding the fire and death remain under review. Detectives with the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Port Huron Township Fire Department, are continuing to investigate what allegedly led to the fire and the man’s death.
At this time, officials say there is no indication of foul play, though the investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the exact cause of the fire and whether any contributing factors may have been involved.
No additional details have been released, and officials have not indicated whether the home had working smoke detectors or if any other individuals were present at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office.
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