On Feb. 16, at approximately 11:23 am, Thornton Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to Pine Lakes Ranch Mobile Home Park, 10201 Riverdale Road, in reference to a structure fire at that location. Witnesses reported seeing heavy smoking coming from the residence. Thornton Fire Department made entry into the residence and discovered a man inside. The man was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The cause and manner of the victim’s death will be determined by the Adam Coroner’s Office. Identification of the victim is pending positive identification by the Adams County Coroner’s Office and notification of next of kin.

The cause and origin of the fire has not been determined at this time. The fire is being investigated by the Thornton Police and Fire Arson Investigators.