Crime & Safety

Small Fire Ignites in the Woods Behind a Home

Neighbors reported hearing someone in the woods before the fire started.

A small fire was ignited in the woods near the 6400 block of Riverdale Lane on April 11 at around 10:30 p.m.

A resident reported seeing a flickering light traveling slowly in the wooded area behind her home, according to police reports. She also said her neighbor heard crackling of wood and footsteps.

They saw a small fire ignite in the woods. An ambulance and a firetruck responded and extinguished the fire.

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There are no suspects and only leaves were burnt, according to police.


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