Bodies recovered from site of Wessington Springs house fire

An investigation is currently underway following the recovery of two bodies from a house fire in Wessington Springs, South Dakota, on March 27. The incident has drawn the attention of state authorities, including Attorney General Marty Jackley, who announced the findings through a press release.

The fire, which occurred at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Thursday night, resulted in the tragic loss of life, with the bodies being retrieved on March 28. While the press release did not specify the exact location of the fire, it emphasized the ongoing efforts to document evidence and preserve the scene for investigation. An autopsy is scheduled to take place on Monday.

In response to the situation, Jackley stated, "Two bodies have been recovered at the scene... We are requesting law enforcement be given the time and space to complete a thorough investigation." This reflects the seriousness with which authorities are approaching the case.

The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is taking the lead on this case, with support from various agencies, including the Jerauld County Sheriff’s office, the South Dakota Fire Marshal, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Their collaboration aims to unravel the circumstances surrounding the fire.

As the investigation continues, no identities have been released, and officials are urging the public to respect the process as they work to determine the events that led to this tragedy.