Body found after fire in Clintonville

CLINTONVILLE — Police reported that a body was located after a residential fire on 19th Street early Monday morning.

A call came in to the Clintonville Police Department at 2:14 a.m. reporting a possible fire near Clintonville Middle School.

Police said a language barrier made it difficult for dispatchers to get accurate information or a location.

Police, Clintonville Ambulance and the Clintonville Fire Department were able to locate the residence where flames were spotted coming from the back side.

In a short time, a large amount of the structure was engulfed in flames, police said.

The fire department made entry and a body was located.

The state fire marshal has been called in for assistance in the investigation.

There was no further information available Monday.