NEEDHAM — The early-morning fire that claimed a woman’s life on Christmas Eve appears to have started in the home’s garage and the preliminary evidence suggests an accidental cause, said Needham Fire Chief Thomas Conroy, Needham Police Chief John Schlittler, State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine, and Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey.
“Our thoughts have been with the family since the early morning hours of December 24th and they remain with the family today,” said Chief Conroy. “I want to recognize the outpouring of compassion from Needham residents who are sending their love and support.”
The fire at 28 Woodworth Road is being jointly investigated by the Needham Fire Department, Needham Police, State Police fire investigators assigned to the State Fire Marshal’s office, and State Police assigned to the Norfolk DA’s office. They are supported by the Department of Fire Services’ Code Compliance & Enforcement Unit. Firefighters and investigators were assisted at the scene by the Norfolk County Technical Rescue Team and a DFS drone unit…