Crime & Safety

ID Released For Woman Killed In Unincorporated Kane County House Fire: Coroner

The woman, 54, was found dead inside the garage of a residence in unincorporated Kane County, according to a report.

KANE COUNTY, IL — The Kane County Coroner's Office released the identity of the woman who died Oct. 10 in a fire that broke out at a house in unincorporated Kane County.

Jeanette Konstanzer, 54, was identified as the victim of the fire in the 43W500 block of Otter Lane near Lily Lake.

The woman was found dead inside the garage, according to a report from ABC7.

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The coroner's office conducted the autopsy on Konstanzer Oct. 14 but did not share the preliminary cause of death as it's pending toxicology analysis, according to a news release.

The Kane County Sheriff's Office, Kane County Fire Investigation Task Force, the Illinois State Fire Marshall's Office and the coroner are conducting "a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death, specifically the cause and manner of death."

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"Dr. Monica Silva and her staff wish to extend their heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of Ms. Konstanzer," the coroner said.

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