BRADFORD, N.H. — A man was found dead Thursday following a standoff and a house fire at a New Hampshire home, according to authorities.
The New Hampshire State Fire Marshal says they responded to a residence on West Main Street around 12:43 p.m. for a report of a man armed with a knife in crisis.
Multiple law enforcement agencies provided additional assistance at the scene.
According to officials, attempts were made to de-escalate the situation to no avail.
Around 5:30 p.m., investigators say they saw smoke and fire coming from the home and as the flames intensified, mutual aid was called to the scene.
Crews battled the blaze for hours and were eventually able to knock it down.
Authorities say they found the deceased man after a subsequent search of the home. His name is being withheld at this time.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy to verify his identity and cause and manner of death.
Police say the death does not appear to be suspicious.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is encouraged to contact the New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office at (603) 223-4289.
No further information was immediately available.
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