UPDATE: March 18 at 9:45 a.m.
Pulaski County Deputy Coroner Keith Price has identified the three people killed in an overnight house fire in Somerset.
According to the coroner, 78-year-old Norma Dean Putteet, 55-year-old Jerry Todd Putteet, and 17-year-old BriLee Kay Putteet died as a result of the fire.
The Coroner says that 53-year-old Brian Putteet was able to escape from the back of the home and was taken to Louisville for burns.
Price added that two of the victims died at the scene, and one died at the hospital.
Further, he notes that nine puppies were rescued from the home.
Southwestern High School in Somerset reacted to the death of BriLee in a statement obtained by LEX 18:
Our school community is deeply saddened by the death of Southwestern High School student BriLee Puttett and family members. Our thoughts and condolences are with everyone grieving this terrible tragedy. BriLee was on of our own and loved by all. SWHS is committed to supporting our students and staff during this difficult time. We have provided on-site counseling services to help the grieving process of the school community.
Original Story:
Pulaski County Deputy Coroner Keith Price confirmed with LEX 18 that three people died in a fire overnight at a home on Parkers Mill Road in Somerset.
When arriving on the scene, the Somerset Fire Department says crews found heavy smoke coming from the residence and made entry to remove the victims and extinguish the fire.
According to officials, one person was airlifted to a hospital with injuries, and another was taken by EMS.
