Human remains were found in the rubble of this fire that occurred on Saturday morning in Somerville. Hunters saw the smoke and reported the fire. (Courtesy of Maine Department of Public Safety)

Human remains were found in the aftermath of a house fire at 471 Crummett Mountain Road on Saturday morning.

Officials believe that the body is Ian Baston, 72, who lived at the residence, according to the Maine Department of Public Safety.

The medical examiner’s office will look at the remains on Sunday, and try to confirm the identity. 

The cause has not been determined.

Julie Harris is senior outdoors editor at Bangor Daily News. She has served in many roles since joining BDN in 1979, including several editing positions. She lives in Litchfield with her husband and three...

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