By The Canadian Press

Teenager found dead after house fire in Langley, B.C.

Jan 7, 2026 | 4:59 PM

LANGLEY — Police in Langley, B.C., say a 15-year-old has died in a house fire in the city.

RCMP say they were called to the fire on 248 Street just before 7 a.m. on Wednesday.

Police say the home was fully engulfed when firefighters arrived, and the teenager was found dead inside.

Sgt. Zynal Sharoom with the Langley RCMP called the death is a “heartbreaking tragedy.”

Police say the cause of the blaze is being investigated, though there is no indication that criminality was involved.

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They say the BC Coroners Services and fire officials are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the fire.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 7, 2026.

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