Arsonist Arrested
Incident #: 2013014534 Date of Incident: 04/06/2013 Issuing Officer: AC Schaeffer
Narrative:
The Spokane Fire Department’s Special Investigation Unit was actively investigating a series of four intentionally set fires in the Browne’s Addition yesterday during April 6, 2013. The first incident was a dumpster fire at 2nd Avenue/South Chestnut Street (7:00M and 1:25PM) and was soon followed by trash cans and assorted items at 2100 West 3rd Avenue (3:44) and South Browne/Pacific Avenue (4:01PM).
The fires, which primarily consisted primarily of rubbish, occurred throughout the day and was at first considered a random spree of arson, but based on eye witness reports, was investigated as work of the same arsonist.
The investigation into these purposely set fires was led by the SFD’s Special Investigation Unit, working closely with officers from the Spokane Police Department's Patrol Division. The subsequent police presence in the neighborhood led to the arrest of Philip B. Lewis, 47 for Second Degree Arson.
Anyone witnessing active fire, fire-setting or imminent danger to life and property is encouraged to call 9-1-1 immediately.
Cause:
Arson
Damage:
Trash containers.
# Firefighters Responding: 3
Other Agencies Responding:Spokane Police Department,
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