With heavy hearts, family members, friends, and members of the Endwell community are mourning the tragic and heartbreaking loss of Dominique Cruz, her beloved three children, and Michelle Woolfolk, whose lives were lost in a devastating fire at the Knights Inn in Endwell.<\/p>\n
The tragedy has left families shattered and a community grieving an unimaginable loss. Loved ones are now facing the painful reality of lives cut short far too soon, as they hold tightly to cherished memories of those they loved deeply. The grief surrounding this incident has been felt across the entire region, as support and prayers continue to pour in for all families affected.<\/p>\n
According to New York State Police, the fire broke out at approximately 6:01 a.m. on Monday at the Knights Inn located at 2603 East Main Street in the Town of Union. Fire crews responded to heavy black smoke and intense flames engulfing the structure, working alongside multiple agencies in an effort to bring the situation under control.<\/p>\n
Officials later confirmed that the death toll rose to six as recovery efforts continued at the scene. At least 37 households and 73 individuals have been displaced due to the fire, leaving many families without homes and facing an uncertain future.<\/p>\n
Firefighters from multiple departments, including Endwell Fire Department, Vestal Fire Department, West Corners Fire, Union Center Fire, and Union Volunteer Emergency Squad, responded to assist. Law enforcement agencies including the Broome County Sheriff\u2019s Office, Endicott Police Department, and New York State Police continue to investigate the cause of the fire.<\/p>\n
As the community mourns, the names of the victims are being remembered with deep sorrow, especially Dominique Cruz and her three children, whose loss has left an especially painful void. Friends and loved ones describe overwhelming heartbreak as they struggle to accept the reality of what has happened.<\/p>\n
While the investigation remains ongoing, the focus for many now is on honoring the lives lost and supporting the grieving families left behind. Vigils, prayers, and messages of sympathy continue to grow as the community comes together in unity during this tragic time.<\/p>\n
Though their lives were taken too soon, the memories of Dominique Cruz, her children, and Michelle Woolfolk will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"