GASTONIA, N.C.
The North Carolina house fire that killed NASCAR star Denny Hamlin’s father and injured his mother has been ruled accidental, though investigators cannot determine what started it.
A report released Friday said the Dec. 28 fire originated in a bedroom, but the “cause of ignition” remains “undetermined.” The investigation concluded the fire was accidental.
Dennis Hamlin, 75, and his wife Mary Lou were found outside the home suffering from catastrophic injuries. Dennis later died. Mary Lou survived.
The home near Charlotte is owned by a company listing Denny Hamlin as manager.
Denny Hamlin has 60 Cup Series wins, including three Daytona 500 victories. He and Michael Jordan co-own the car that won this year’s Daytona 500 last weekend.
BY James Kisoo
