Crime & Safety

Fire at Joppa Park and Ride Was Intentionally Set: Fire Marshal

The Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a suspected arson case involving a pickup truck.

JOPPA, MD — A vehicle fire that broke out at the Joppa Park and Ride early Wednesday morning is being investigated as an arson.

At 12:49 a.m., a passerby noticed the 1995 Chevrolet pickup truck was ablaze in the lot off Interstate 95, according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Four Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company firefighters brought the fire under control within 10 minutes, the fire marshal reported.

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Investigation revealed that the fire began in the passenger area and was believed to have been intentionally set, according to the fire marshal.

Officials said the blaze caused $1,000 in damage.

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Anyone with information may contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal at 410-836-4844.

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