Body pulled from unit fire in Newcastle
A person has died after a fire engulfed a unit Newcastle's, in NSW's Hunter region, early this morning.
Just after 5am, emergency services were called to Fullerton Street, Stockton, following reports of a unit fire.
The blaze was extinguished by crews from Fire and Rescue NSW before police were able search the building.
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Body found after unit fire in Stockton, Newcastle. 9News
Fire and rescue teams were able to extinguish the fire before police searched the building. 9News
Officers found a body which is yet to be formally identified.
Police have established a crime scene and an investigation is underway.
The body has yet to be identified and a crime scene has been established. 9News
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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