A tragic house fire in Leslie County late Friday night claimed three lives and sent a teenager to the hospital.
According to Kentucky State Police Post 13, crews responded just before 11 p.m. to a mobile home along Highway 421 in the Hyden community. Firefighters managed to extinguish the flames, but while searching the residence, they discovered the bodies of three individuals inside.
Authorities identified the victims as Lisa Marcum, 56; Jadeana Begley, 50; and June Nantz, 84 — all residents of Hyden.
Members of the Thousandsticks Volunteer Fire Department confirmed that a teenager was also injured in the fire and transported to a hospital for treatment.
Investigators say no foul play is suspected at this time. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.