Indian Head, MD – A fire that occurred early Friday morning, July 21 in Charles County was intentionally set, state investigators reported. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze happened inside a one-story, single-family home on South Poplar Lane in Indian Head. The fire was discovered and reported by an occupant of the house shortly after 1 a.m. No firefighters were dispatched. No injuries were reported and damage is estimated at $2,000.
Investigators determined that an unknown suspect or suspects ignited multiple points within the home.
“This incident remains under investigation at this time,” the investigating deputy fire marshal stated.
Anyone with any information regarding this incident the might aid investigators is asked to contact the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Southern Regional Office at 443-550-6832.
Contact Marty Madden at marty.madden@thebaynet.com