URGENT UPDATE: Authorities in Sutter Creek, California have just announced a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the individual suspected of setting a fire at Sutter Creek City Hall on July 16. Investigators have confirmed that this fire, which occurred in the early morning hours, is now classified as arson.
At approximately 2:00 AM, a suspect forced entry into the basement of the city hall and ignited the blaze, which also endangered the adjacent police department. An officer on duty reported hearing an explosion and detected the strong odor of smoke. Emergency services quickly responded and managed to extinguish the fire without any injuries reported, but the damage to the building was significant.
The Sutter Creek Police Department has been treating the fire as suspicious since the outset of their investigation. New video evidence now confirms that the fire was intentionally set, increasing the urgency to apprehend the suspect. Police are confident that members of the community may possess crucial information regarding this crime.
“It is the strong belief of the collective investigative team that there are those in our community who have information about this crime,” the police department stated in a recent social media post.
In light of the ongoing investigation, officials are urging anyone with information to come forward. Individuals who may have witnessed any suspicious activity or have relevant details are encouraged to contact the Sutter Creek Police Department at 209-267-5646.
This developing situation highlights the pressing need for community involvement to ensure justice is served. As investigators work diligently to solve this case, the reward serves as an incentive for those with information to step up and assist.
Stay tuned for more updates on this urgent case as it unfolds.
