1 Injured in Structure Fire
Sheriff Richard J. Behnke reports his office was dispatched to a structure fire in the 67000 block of Valley Rd, Porter Township, Cass County, Michigan. This incident occurred on 10/09/2022, at approximately 0855 hours.
The structure fire did cause an explosion of the residence. The homeowner, Daniel Held, 53 year old, White Pigeon resident, was located outside of the residence with injuries. Citizens near the residence rendered aid, until Emergency Personnel arrived on scene.
Held was transported by MedFlight, to Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. Foul play does not appear to be a factor. Assisting agencies at the scene include Porter Township Fire Township, Newberg Township Fire Department, Osceola Fire Department, White Pigeon Fire, Constantine Fire Department, and SMACAS Ambulance.
Address/Location
Cass County MI Sheriff's Office
321 Michigan 62
Cassopolis, MI 49031
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 269-445-1560