Arson under investigation at Huber Heights grocery store

Huber Heights fire officials determined that a fire at a grocery store Wednesday morning was the result of arson.

The was reported at 4:49 a.m. at the Food Bazaar at 5755 Old Troy Pike.

On the morning of 10/14/2020, a fire was reported at the Food Bazaar, 5755 Old Troy Pk. The Huber Heights Fire...

Posted by Huber Heights Police on Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Flames were visible from the exterior when crews arrived on the scene.

The roof was damaged in two areas and there was a third fire on the exterior of the building, according to the fire department. All the damage was to the exterior so the grocery store is able to remain open.

Because of the number and types of fires, the department determined that it was intentionally set. There was no indication that the fire was accidental or started by something such a faulty wiring, according to the fire department.

No injuries were reported.

Anyone with information should call police at 937-233-1565.

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