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Police seek help identifying Tacoma arson suspect
Detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect responsible for arson in Tacoma.
TACOMA, Wash. - Detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect responsible for arson in Tacoma.
According to the Tacoma Police Department (TPD), at around 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday, crews responded to a fire near the corner of E 26th St. and E D St. As they were knocking down the flames, firefighters noticed that the Freight House Square (FHS) building nearby was also on fire.
The fire caused about $15,000-$20,000 worth of damage.
Tacoma Police Department
Authorities eventually found surveillance video of the suspect starting the FHS fire. They also believe he is the one responsible for starting the fire on E 26th St.
The TPD says the suspect is described as a Black man in his late 20s – early 30s, with a medium build. During the incident, he was wearing black Adidas sweatpants with white stripes down the leg, and black Nike shoes with a white Swoosh. He was also wearing a white stocking cap and a dark gray backpack.
Authorities say anyone who provides information that leads to an arrest and charges filed is eligible to receive a reward of up to $1,000.
Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 to send an anonymous tip.
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