The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office has determined a fire reported early Saturday morning was arson.
The Brandywine Hundred Fire Company was called to the 1200 block of Terra Hill Drive in the Woods Edge Apartment complex in the Edgemoor area, shortly after 1 a.m. Firefighters arrived on the scene and found flames engulfing the vacant apartment building.
State fire investigators determined that a person or persons deliberately ignited materials inside the building causing damage to the structure. Deputy fire marshals have started the criminal investigation.
Damage was estimated at $250,000. There were no injuries.
Any one with information regarding this arson is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) TIP-3333 or the State Fire Marshal’s New Castle Division at (302) 323-5375. No one will be required to give their identity.
