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At least 4 dead after barricade situation, house fire in suburban Oak Forest

At least four people have died after a fire broke out in a home with a person barricaded inside Friday morning, officials said.

Police were initially called to a domestic situation in the 5500 block of Ann Marie Lane, according to City of Oak Forest spokeswoman Chrissy Maher.

A person barricaded themself in that home and a fire broke out, Oak Forest police said.

Four people died in the incident, according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office.

Anyone living in the area of the home was initially told to shelter in place.As of 10 a.m., officials said there was no longer a threat to the community.

Authorities have not provided any additional information on the incident.

This is a developing story. Check back for details.

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