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Missing Nonagenarian Found Dead In Eaton Fire Zone

Edwin Cridlind, 94, was last seen shortly before the deadly Eaton Fire broke out.

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with friends and family was found dead in a fire zone, authorities announced Tuesday. Edwin Cridlind, last seen on Jan. 7 in the 200 block of Wapello Street, had contacted friends and family around 7:30 p.m.
with friends and family was found dead in a fire zone, authorities announced Tuesday. Edwin Cridlind, last seen on Jan. 7 in the 200 block of Wapello Street, had contacted friends and family around 7:30 p.m. (Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department)

ALTADENA, CA — An at-risk 94-year-old Altadena man reported missing after being in contact with friends and family was found dead in a fire zone, authorities announced Tuesday.

Edwin Cridlind, last seen on Jan. 7 in the 200 block of Wapello Street, had contacted friends and family around 7:30 p.m., according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

The Los Angeles County Office of Medical Examiner said Cridland was pronounced dead on Jan. 11 due to smoke inhalation and burn injuries.

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