HOISINGTON- Law enforcement officials in Barton County continue to investigate the fatal fire in Hoisington.

Police Chief Kenton Doze met with officials from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday. “We are still interviewing and although we have an idea of what caused the fire, we still have some follow up and work to do.” Doze said.

Fire crews responded to the fire in the residence at 522 East 5th and discovered the body of Leroy Schartz, 62. He was the lone occupant of the home.

Doze said he hopes to have the investigation wrapped up by the end of the week.