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Deadly Scranton fire was arson

Police are now investigating this deadly fire as a homicide.

SCRANTON, Pa. — An arsonist started the fire in Scranton on Monday that killed a man, according to investigators.

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Michael Garraoui, 40, was a tenant of 629 R Beech Street. He died from carbon monoxide poisoning from the fire, according to the coroner.

Scranton police said this is now a homicide case. They believe that this is an isolated incident, and the public is not in danger.

There is no word from police on any arrests in connection with this deadly arson.

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