Boy, 4, dies in Sophia fire

A photo of the front of the house after the flames were extinguished by the fire service.

Four-year-old Junior Anderson died in a fierce fire that engulfed his family’s residence yesterday at Lot 88 C Field, Sophia.

The blaze started around 3:45 pm and swiftly consumed the house, trapping  Anderson inside. Also present during the blaze were Waveney Anderson (15 years old), Cynthia Anderson (6 years old), and Michael Anderson (11 years old). Parents, Shonette and Nigel Anderson were not at home when the fire started.

According to reports, an anonymous call alerted the Campbellville Fire Station, prompting a swift the arrival of firefighters. Despite their efforts, the intensity of the blaze rendered the structure and its contents completely destroyed.