REYNOLDS STATION, Ky. (February 29, 2020)–Kentucky State Police detectives are investigating a structure fire which killed a Hancock County man last night. Authorities responded to the fire located at 1668 Hawesville Easton Road outside Reynolds Station around 11:30pm.

Larry W. Buck, 73 of Reynolds Station was pronounced dead on-scene by the Hancock County Coroner.

Kentucky State Police detectives are currently working to determine a cause and origin; however, nothing suggests foul play at this time.

Kentucky State Police and the Hancock County Coroner’s Office are continuing their investigation. South Hancock, Duke, Whitesville and Fordsville Vol. Fire Departments responded to the scene. Hancock County Road Department assisted investigators by bringing an excavator to remove the metal roof, which collapsed.

Citizens can contribute to highway safety by calling KSP toll-free at: (1-800-222-5555). Citizens can call to confidentially report impaired drivers or any criminal activity. You may also download the free KSP mobile phone app. The app provides quick, direct access to KSP including weather, road and traffic information as well as text, voice and photo tip capabilities to report criminal behavior. The app is available for iPhone, iPad and Android applications and can be easily downloaded free of charge through Apple and Google Play stores.

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