Matt Trapani

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May 2, 2024, 8:31 PM

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A 61-year-old man was found dead following a fire at a Jersey City high-rise building, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s office.

The fire started just before 5 a.m. Thursday at the building located at 270 Marin Blvd.

Ramon Abello was found unconscious in an apartment on the 12th floor of the building. He was pronounced dead around 6:45 a.m.

The cause of the fire is under investigation. Officials say the fire does not appear to be suspicious.