🔥 Does South Seattle have an arsonist?

Does South Seattle Have an Arsonist?

This is some scary news. In October, Seattle police reported 33 cases of arson, the most in five years. Eight of those fires were started on one night: Oct. 17, which saw fires all over South Seattle. Other parts of the city have also seen an uptick in fires. People are still looking for suspects. [Seattle Times]

• Most Recent Fire In Belltown: Bangrak Market, a popular restaurant in Belltown, was hit by arson on Nov. 2. The restaurant survived without structural damage, but part of the dining area remains closed, meaning the business isn’t at full capacity. [KING 5]
• South Seattle Fires Remained Unsolved: Five fires were set in South Seattle over a two week period in July and August. These fires damaged two homes under construction, a fence, a car, and the Columbia City Funeral Home & Crematory. Another fire burned the bathhouse at Mt. Baker Beach, though it is not believed to be connected to the other fires. [South Seattle Emerald]
• What To Do if You See Someone Setting a Fire:
  • Call 911, obviously.
  • If you have information about these intentionally set fires, call 1-800-55-ARSON or email with any information – you can choose to remain anonymous. [Fire Line, Seattle Fire Department]
  • Photographic evidence can help lead to an investigation, according to fire department spokesperson David Cuerpo. Make sure security cameras are working and covering spots where a fire could be started.

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