Man dead after residential fire in eastern P.E.I.

An RCMP vehicle can be seen in this file photo. (David Prisciak/CTV News)

A man has died following a residential fire in eastern Prince Edward Island Thursday morning.

The St. Peters Fire Department and Kings District RCMP responded to a report of a fire at a residence in Farmington at 8:30 a.m.

The building was engulfed in flames when crews arrived.

Police say the remains of a man were found after the fire was extinguished.

The provincial fire marshal and coroner also responded to the scene.

Police say the fire is not believed to be suspicious at this time.

Their investigation is ongoing.

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