A fire that heavily damaged a Lincoln home Monday afternoon may have been intentionally set. When LFR crews arrived at the home near 53rd and Garland around 2:30 they encountered heavy, black smoke
“Our crews made entry and found fire on the first floor and starting to spread to the second floor,” says Battalion Chief Jeremy Gegg. He says crews were able to get the fire under control in about 15 minutes. They searched the home, but found no one inside.
LPD officers spoke with the owner of the home who stated it was a rental property. A fire inspector reported finding evidence that the fire may have been started intentionally. The scene was processed for evidence and a canvass was completed.
The damage was estimated at $168,000. This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to call Lincoln Police at 402-441-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600.
