A horrific fire that started overnight in a unit building in western Sydney claimed the life of a young guy.
Just before 2.45am on Monday, emergency services were summoned to an apartment on Campbell Street in Parramatta due to reports of a fire.
When police arrived, the apartments below had been evacuated as firefighters battled the incident and the third-floor unit was completely engulfed in flames.
A 20-year-old male fled to the balcony and was rescued by a ladder while firefighters pushed their way inside the apartment and discovered a 27-year-old man who was unconscious inside the structure.
The two males were attended to by paramedics on the scene before being taken urgently to Westmead Hospital.
The 20-year-old was stable, while the 27-year-old was in critical condition.
Despite all of the medical staff’s best efforts, the 27-year-old guy passed away in the hospital shortly after 5 a.m.
The cause of the fire is yet unknown, but an investigation into the incident has started.
For the Coroner’s information, a report will be created.
Crime Stoppers may be reached at 1800 333 000 or online at https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au if you have any information.