Fire Kills Bronx Woman, Injures Two Others

By Special to the Sun | September 11, 2007

A two-alarm fire that burned through a Bronx home early yesterday morning killed a young woman and injured two others, police officials said.

The fire department responded to the blaze at a home at 643 E. 224 St. in the Williamsbridge section of the Bronx at about 12:16 a.m. The body of Eileen Harkens, 22, was found on the second floor, police said.

More than one hundred firefighters, three of whom were injured, responded to the fire that left two others in the home with minor injuries.

Investigators have yet to determine what sparked the blaze, fire officials said.

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I am a friend of the family i grew up in the same neighborhood and was best friends with her... [MORE]

friend of the family

Sep 11, 2007 20:06

First I'd like to thank the man who tried to get r out, his effort is greatly appreciated. Next I'd... [MORE]

Mrs. Linda Harkins

Sep 12, 2007 08:02

First Ms. Harkins you have our deepest sympathy from me and the family. Aileen was a beautiful person and she... [MORE]

valerie bridgers

Sep 12, 2007 20:48

I also only know Aileen from FFXI. But I feel so so sad for your family. She was one of... [MORE]

Ashley

Sep 15, 2007 21:11

my name is Stefan and i only knew Aileen-Dawn through final fantasy XI but from the moment we met we... [MORE]

Stefan Nevon Eishen

Sep 13, 2007 16:57

I just found out yesterday That Aileen had died...I cried all day,i never met her in real life..i also met... [MORE]

Ashley Pena

Sep 15, 2007 09:42

My name is Riccardo and I knew Aileen-Dawn also from the FFXI. She was always nice to me and we... [MORE]

Kidorion

Sep 16, 2007 12:28

My name is Graydon, and I knew her through FFXI. My fiance Christina aka gaelin also knew her.She was a... [MORE]

graydon mashburn aka Vasharu

Sep 17, 2007 03:27

I also met Aileen on final fantasy 11. She was a great person all around. she was there for me... [MORE]

Mike Richard

Sep 15, 2007 18:42

Aileen, since 5th grade i have known you. you were my first real girlfriend. we had soo much fun. i... [MORE]

justin mannhaupt

Sep 18, 2007 04:21

Aileen was an amazing woman heart and soul.Her beauty could only be compared to that of an angle.The the short... [MORE]

Dornell Grant

Sep 18, 2007 10:57

We are investigators representing the family of Aileen Harkins. We are looking to speak with friends, neighbors and witnesses to... [MORE]

probst investigations

Sep 28, 2007 12:59