NEWS RELEASE
December 3, 2008
This morning at approximately 0554 hours 7 units with the El Paso Fire Department responded to a structure fire on 2900 block of Mobile in central El Paso. First units on the scene reported heavy smoke and flames coming from a small rental unit behind the residence at this address and placed a condition II on the fire.
A lone male occupant and a pet dog had evacuated the residence prior to the arrival of the fire department. There were no reported injuries to firefighters or civilians. Investigators with the Fire Marshals Office also responded to the scene.
Investigators conducted an investigation and determined that the fire was intentionally set and ruled the fire as Arson. Total damages caused by the fire were estimated at over $7,000.00. The Red Cross also responded to assist the occupant.
The Fire Marshals Office is requesting the assistance of the public in this intentionally set fire. Anyone with information on this fire or any other arson fire is urged to call the Fire Marshals Office at 771-1090 or they can call Crime Stoppers at 566-8477 (TIPS).
Arson is a 2nd degree felony punishable by 2 to 20 years in prison and/or up to a $10,000.00 fine.
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