TOMPKINS TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WILX) - A 46-year-old man and a 44-year-old woman are dead after a house fire in Jackson County, according to Michigan State Police. The fire broke out around 10:20 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17 in the 6800 block of Maple Lane Rd in Tompkins Township.

Once firefighters were able to get the fire under control, the two individuals were found dead inside the home. They are believed to be the homeowners.

The Michigan State Police Special Investigation Section are assisting with the investigation into the fire. Autopsies will be conducted to determine a cause of death.

The identities of the two people found dead have not been released.

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