Tashika Stover, Hayden Stover Died in Bloomington Home Fire
Wrongful Death - January 28, 2026
Investigators Believe Tashika Stover and Hayden Stover Died From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After Bloomington Home Fire
BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS (January 28, 2026) – A mother and son identified as Tashika Stover and Hayden Stover have tragically died in a Bloomington house fire on Eastholme Avenue.
Bloomington officials are saying that the accident took place in the morning hours of November 26. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the home after getting reports of the fire.
Upon entering the home, they found Tashika Stover and Hayden Stover. Investigators believe that the fire was started by electrical wiring that was underneath the debris.
The fire itself was relatively small. Despite life-saving measures, both Tashika Stover and Hayden Stover died. Carbon monoxide poisoning is believed to be the cause of death.
A full investigation into the accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Bloomington House Fires
Residential fires remain a leading cause of preventable injury and death in the United States. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “Today’s homes burn faster than ever. Experts say you may have less than 3 minutes (or even less) to safely escape a typical home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds. According to NFPA, in 2021, local fire departments responded to more than 1.3 million fires; 75 percent of all fire deaths were caused by home fires.” There are a number of common causes of home fires.
- Cooking accidents
- Lithium-ion battery explosions
- Space heaters
- Gas explosions
Depending on the facts of any case, there could be numerous sources of liability for a residential fire. This includes the company that manufactured a consumer product. Many fires are caused by consumer products that have defective wiring. If a defect with a product contributed to a deadly fire, this could form the basis of a product liability claim. This is why it is so important that the circumstances that contributed to any home fire are properly understood.
Steps to Take After Bloomington House Fires
It can be hard to know where to begin after any residential fire. The factors that contribute to these accidents can be highly complex. They can take place hours, days, or even months prior to the incident. It is important that any person affected by a residential fire should take certain actions.
- The cause of the fire should be investigated.
- Any product that may have contributed to the accident should be preserved.
- The police report of the accident should be reviewed.
- The family members of any person who died should seek the guidance of a team with experience in tort claims.
It can be difficult to know where to begin after any residential fires. Victims are often left with serious injuries that require extensive medical bills. Many people will have to contend with the sudden loss of a loved one. The family of any person who died in a residential fire may be able to pursue some measure of accountability through a wrongful death claim.
Investigating Illinois Home Fires
We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our deepest condolences to the family of Tashika Stover and Hayden Stover. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Do you need more information about a Bloomington home fire? Our team of fire investigators is here for you. We are committed to helping victims understand their rights and protecting those rights through skilled advocacy. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.
