Fatal Fire Investigation Update

Last weekend’s fatal fire in Boling, claiming two lives, is now being investigated by the Fort Bend County Fire Marshall’s office. Mike Moncebias and Melinda Bullock, both 61, tragically lost their lives in the fire. The cause is suspected to be electrical, originating in the attic, according to Wharton County officials. Firefighters from multiple departments worked for 1.5 hours to control the blaze, which burned for almost three hours. The property, a 1940-built home, was owned by Melinda Bullock. a barbecue fundraiser is planned for August 12th to support the affected families.