By Shawnette Fiedkou
In a tragic incident early this morning, the community of Linden was shocked by a devastating fire that engulfed the popular Red Bud Chinese restaurant on Greenheart Street, claiming the life of one worker.
The Red Bud restaurant, owned and operated by Chinese nationals, became the scene of a harrowing fire that resulted in a tragic loss.
Sub-officer Fenton Drepaul Saul reported that one person tragically perished in the blaze.
The Linden Fire Station received an alert about the fire at approximately 1:46 am from a concerned caller, indicating that the business premises were engulfed in flames.
Upon arrival, firefighters found the two-story wooden and concrete building heavily grilled, posing challenges for rescue efforts.
Despite the challenging conditions, firefighters managed to rescue four individuals from the burning building, including three Chinese nationals and one local resident.
Efforts to contain the fire were successful, preventing damage to neighboring properties.
As investigations into the cause of the fire continue, the community mourns the loss of life and comes to terms with the devastating impact of this tragic incident.