Young Boy Claimed By Gary House Fire

Last updated on Wednesday, March 25, 2009

(GARY) - A house fire killed a 15-month-old Gary boy Tuesday.

Tyronne Beeks Jr was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Officials say 17-year-old Valerie Archie was babysitting her nephew at the time of the fire.

Archie was pulled from the home and is listed in critical condition.

The home had no smoke detectors. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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