SEYMOUR – The Seymour Fire Department is asking for the public’s help in an arson investigation following an early morning fire on September 18.
Crews were dispatched to a fire at 712 West Oak Street around 4:10 a.m. and arrived to find the home fully engulfed in flames. While initial reports suggested people might be inside, firefighters were able to enter and determined the residence was vacant.
After an investigation, fire officials determined the fire was incendiary, meaning it was intentionally set, and have classified the incident as arson. The Seymour Fire Department’s investigation unit is working with the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s office on the case.
Authorities are urging anyone who saw suspicious activity in the area or has any information about the fire to come forward. There is a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
Tips can be made anonymously by calling the Indiana Arson Hotline at 1-800-382-4628. You can also contact Seymour Fire Marshal Mark Gillaspy directly at 812-522-2598 or by email at mgillaspy@seymourinfire.org.
