Search underway for suspect after 8 fires intentionally set in South Seattle

SEATTLE - Detectives are investigating a string of fires set by a suspected arsonist overnight in South Seattle. 

What we know:

Before 12:15 a.m. Friday, a suspect was seen setting multiple fires at 22nd Avenue South and South Hill Street. The fires continued southbound, ending near South Walden Street and Wetmore Avenue South. 

Investigators said a total of eight fires were set. 

A K-9 unit from the King County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the search for the suspect, who was described as wearing dark clothing, but the person was not located.

What you can do:

Police are looking for surveillance footage and potential witnesses. 

Anyone with information is urged to call 911 or the Seattle Police Department's non-emergency line at 206-625-5011.

The investigation remains ongoing. 

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