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Paterson Resident, 76, Killed In Fire

Authorities were investigating a Paterson fire that killed a 76-year-old resident despite neighbors' efforts to rescue him.

Aftermath of fire at 650 East 26th Street in Paterson.

Aftermath of fire at 650 East 26th Street in Paterson.

 Photo Credit: Paterson Councilman Luis Velez
At the scene.

At the scene.

 Photo Credit: Michael Jannicelli for DAILY VOICE
Jerry DeMarco

The three-alarm fire broke out just after 6:30 p.m Tuesday at 650 East 26th Street.

The body of Russel Mahan was found inside the severely damaged two-family home, authorities said.

No other injuries were reported.

There was no immediate indication of what may have caused the fire.

Various agencies united to investigate: the Paterson police and fire departments and the Passaic County prosecutor’s and sheriff’s offices.

Michael Jannicelli for DAILY VOICE

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