Graves County house fire claims life of teen

A house fire on Tuesday morning in Graves County claimed the life of a teenager.

The call came in to Graves County Emergency Services at about 5:15 a.m. alerting them to a fire on Mountain Ridge Road, and that someone was trapped inside.

The home was fully involved when firefighters arrived. They were told that 17-year-old Sierra Walker was still in the home. According to the investigation, family members made several attempts to get to Walker, but the size of the fire prevented them from reaching her.

Walker was pronounced dead at the scene by Graves County Coroner Brad Jones.

Several fire departments along with the Kentucky Fire Marshal and the Graves County Sheriff's Office responded to help. Early indications from investigators are the fire may have started in the electrical system.