State Police investigate a fatal fire in town of Fowler

On January 3, 2025, at approximately 12:50 p.m., State Police members responded to 81 Little York Road in the town of Fowler for a report of a structure fire.

An investigation indicated the owner, Eric Wood, age 53, of Gouverneur, NY, was believed to be inside the residence when the fire started. Local fire departments put the fire out and were later able to make entry into the residence. An individual was located inside of the residence deceased. State Police members responded to the scene and spoke with the New York State Fire Investigator regarding the incident. The St. Lawrence County Coroner responded to the scene and ordered the decedent to be removed.

On January 6, 2025, an autopsy was performed at Glens Falls Hospital by Forensic Pathologist Doctor Michael Sikirica. The deceased individual was identified as Wood. The cause and manner of death are pending investigation.

This is an ongoing investigation.

State Police members were assisted on the scene by New York State Fire, Gouverneur Fire, Edwards Fire, Harrisville Fire, and Richville Fire.