Investigation launched after man dies in Sheffield house fire
Last updated 9th Jul 2025
A man has died after a house fire in Sheffield.
Emergency services were called to Southcroft Walk early this morning.
A man in his 70s was pronounced dead at the scene.
An investigation is now underway into what happened.
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue said: "A man has sadly died following a house fire early this morning.
"The man, who was in his 70s, was recovered from the house by firefighters but was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
"Crews from Central and Lowedges Stations were called at 4:48am to reports of a building fire on Southcroft Walk, Sheffield.
"An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.
"Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the man who died."