Theodore teenager dead, family injured after Louisiana home explosion
THEODORE, Ala. (WKRG) – Family has confirmed that a house explosion in southwest Louisiana Saturday morning killed a 16-year-old boy and injured his mother and sister, all from Theodore.
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The 16-year-old boy is Deuce Barrer. He died at the scene of the explosion.
His sister, Brooklyn, 18, and Mother, Katherine Danielle, 37, were severely injured.
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According to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal, Fire Marshal deputies arrived at a home in Ragley, Louisiana, just before 10 a.m. that had exploded and was on fire.
Seven people were inside the home, including a toddler now cared for by relatives.
Five victims have been taken to the hospital for their injuries.
A family member sent News 5 a GoFundMe asking for any donations for hospital and funeral costs.
“Katherine and Brooklyn medically have a long road to recovery as they both suffered multiple devastating injuries, Deuce sadly didn’t make it and this family will need the community now more than ever in all aspects,” the GoFundMe page said.
The family is also asking for prayers from the community.
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The cause of the explosion is still under investigation.
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