Authorities seeking information on potential arson suspect
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, M.d. (WJLA) - Prince George's County authorities are seeking the community's assistance in identifying a man they believed started a fire in a local Family Dollar store.
The fire occurred at 1:23 p.m. Saturday in Capitol Heights, Maryland.
Onlookers say they saw a man set combustible materials on fire to cover up a theft. The fire was quickly contained by a store sprinkler and an employee dispensing a fire extinguisher.
The total loss is estimated at $2,500. No injuries were reported.
Anyone with information is asked to call the police at (301) 772-7766.