The cause of the fire which claimed the life of Cyril Constantine remains unknown.

Neighbors of the 63 year old Paramain gardener said they saw and smelt smoke coming from his home shortly after 4.30 am.

Residents said they taught he was in his garden since he would usually go there from as early as 3:30.

However when the fire subsided they saw his charred body on the bed.

An autopsy is expected to be done later today.