Man killed in unit fire in Sydney
Police have established a crime scene after a southwest Sydney man was killed in an apartment fire overnight.
Just after 5am, emergency services were called to a unit on Biara Avenue, Clemton Park, following reports of a fire.
Members of Fire and Rescue pulled an unconscious man from the smoke-filled unit and began CPR until paramedics arrived.
Street view of Biara Ave in Clemton Park where a man had died in a unit fire. Google Maps
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the man died at the scene. He is yet to be formally identified.
The unit also sustained significant damage.
Police have established a crime scene and an investigation is underway into the cause of the fire.
They are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Anyone wishing to contact police can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page.
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