Harpers Ferry House Fire Sparks Criminal Inquiry and Community Support
Devastating mountain house fire brings criminal investigation, questions about firefighting resources and outpouring of community support
The Spirit of Jefferson | Monday, October 6, 2025
A tragic house fire on Sept. 30 at 21 Blackberry Lane in Harpers Ferry has turned into a criminal investigation, with two fatalities leading to autopsies and an ongoing probe by the West Virginia State Fire Marshal and ATF. Local emergency responders battled flames that engulfed approximately 75% of the home, leaving three others injured. The community is rallying in support as authorities look into the details surrounding this devastating event, as reported by The Spirit of Jefferson.
