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Tragic Fire Claims Two Lives in Cathedral City, California
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Identification of Victims
Authorities in Cathedral City, California have identified the tragic victims of a recent fire that engulfed a commercial building which once housed the Elks Club. The 37-year-old woman has been identified as Josee Vanbuskirk of Wasilla, Alaska/Cathedral City, and the 51-year-old man as Danial Burr of Palm Springs/Cathedral City. Phillip Pape, 46, of Cathedral City was previously identified by the Riverside County coroner’s office.
Location of Incident
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The fire broke out at 67491 E. Palm Canyon Drive, at or near the Canyon Plaza Shopping Center in Cathedral City. The structure was fully engulfed in flames when officers arrived on the scene.
Rescue Efforts
Despite efforts by officers to enter the building and rescue those trapped inside, the heavy smoke and flames made it impossible. Cathedral City firefighters managed to enter the building and save two individuals, one of whom was rushed to Eisenhower Medical Center in critical condition. Tragically, the other victim succumbed to his injuries on the scene. The injured person has been identified as 37-year-old Jonathan Ochoa of Palm Springs/Cathedral City.
Investigation and Listing Details
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and authorities are seeking any additional information from the public. The nearly 18,000-square-foot building, listed at over $3.5 million, was up for sale at the time of the incident. Anyone with information on the fire is urged to contact CCPD Arson Investigator Rick Osbourne at rosbourne@cathedralcity.gov or call the department at 760-770-0300.
It is truly a heartbreaking incident that has shaken the community of Cathedral City. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time.
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