Cleveland arson investigators seek vehicle of interest in car dealership fire
CLEVELAND (WJW) — Cleveland fire investigators are still looking for a vehicle of interest in a December arson fire at a car dealership.
Firefighters just after midnight on Dec. 9 responded to a two-alarm fire at the intersection of West 48th Street and Lorain Avenue, according to a Monday news release.
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Two buildings had gone up in flames, including the Byright Auto Sales dealership, 4810 Lorain Ave., and multiple vehicles there, leading to explosions. The buildings are set to be demolished on Tuesday, March 25, according to the release.
Multiple vehicles were destroyed, and a connected apartment complex was evacuated, FOX 8 News reported.
'This is still an active investigation,' Cleveland Fire Lt. Mike Norman is quoted in the release. 'We have made progress, but still believe someone has valuable information regarding the cause of the fire and the driver of the vehicle in question.'
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Investigators have identified a vehicle of interest. They are seeking to question the driver of a 2013 Chevrolet Suburban LT with a roof rack, sunroof, tinted windows and a white decal on the rear window.
Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 216-25-CRIME (216-252-7463). A $7,500 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
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