1 person dead, 3 injured in Brighton Beach apartment fire

BRIGHTON BEACH, Brooklyn (WABC) -- One person is dead and at least three others were injured in an apartment fire in Brooklyn.

Flames broke out just before 4 a.m. on Brighton 2nd Street in the Brighton Beach section.

Fire crews remain on the scene as they work to put out the flames.

While the cause of the fire has yet to be determined, the FDNY noted that an e-bike battery was recovered.

The three injured victims are expected to recover.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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