The Arson/Bomb Squad reports a Fatal Fire that occurred on January 7, 2024
at 11:22 AM in Valley Stream.
According to Detectives, Fifth Precinct Officers responded to a residential fire
located on Keller Street. Upon arrival, the Officers observed the house was fully
engulfed in flames. The Valley Stream Fire Department responded to the scene to
extinguish the flames and located an 18-year-old male inside. The victim was
transported by a Nassau County Police Ambulance to a nearby hospital where he
was pronounced by a hospital physician. One firefighter also sustained minor
injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Fire Marshals and
Arson Bomb Squad responded to scene. The investigation is ongoing.
The victim has been identified as Sarabraj Singh, 18 of India.