Firefighters find piles of money after extinguishing house fire

Sunday, May 20, 2018
Firefighters found more than just flames and smoke inside a Wisconsin home.

Piles and piles of cash were discovered after crews extinguished the fire.
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The sea of $10 and $20 bills covered the entire basement floor and some were found in the restroom.

Authorities believe the bills may have actually fallen from the basement's ceiling.
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How the money got there remains a mystery, as the home is now vacant.

The Drug Enforcement Administration is currently investigating and attempting to figure out where the money came from.
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