FRANKLIN COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal fire that occurred September 10, in the 3700 Block of U.S. 59 Highway north of Ottawa, according to the Franklin County Sheriff's office.
On Tuesday, deputies arrested 45-year-old Ryan D. Braker in connection with the fire.
Just before 7:30p.m. Sept. 10, emergency personnel responded to a fire at 3722 US 59 Highay, according to the Franklin County, Kansas Sheriff.
Upon arrival they found the building to be fully engulfed. A woman was located deceased inside the structure. An adult male and an infant suffered burns and were transported to KU Medical Center for treatment. Names are being withheld at this time, pending completion of the investigation.
Braker is being held on requested charges of first-degree murder, aggravated arson, aggravated battery and aggravated endangering a child.
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, State Fire Marshals Office, and the ATF are investigating this incident.