SPOKANE, Wash. — Investigators from the Spokane Fire Department's Special Investigation Unit are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect accused of at least two arson cases in the Moran Prairie neighborhood.
Both incidents occurred at the Ace Hardware store at 4416 South Regal Street. The first fire was on July 4 and the second on July 11, both in the early morning.
In the first incident, the suspect was recorded igniting a pile of pallets and in the second incident, the suspect and two accomplices were seen setting a pile of cardboard on fire.
Investigators are also examining potential involvement in recent brush fires in the area.
Anyone with information about these fires, the suspect, or the accomplices is urged to contact fire investigators at 509-625-7120.
The Spokane Fire Department asks the public to remain alert for any suspicious activity or individuals in the area and to report to law enforcement if necessary.