
Deming Police Chief Michael Carrillo said that the fire
started in the bedroom of Apartment #2 at the Coronado Apartments 700 West Spruce Street. Upon arrival officials found the apartment completely engulfed in flames and heavy smoke.
The apartment was occupied by a woman who was not injured in the accident.
A wooden bedframe currently blocks the entrance to the apartment along with Fire Department “Do not cross tape”. Heavy Smoke damage can be seen around the window and door frame of the apartment.
Officials say the cause of the fire is currently being investigated.