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A vacant building near Sixth Street and Snyder Avenue was inflamed Monday and deemed an arson.
The Fire Department responded to the 600 block of Mercy Street at 7:20 a.m. Dec. 5, Acting Executive Chief Capt. Jeffrey W. Thompson said. The two-story building had heavy fire and smoke conditions on the first floor, but was under control within 12 minutes. The dwelling was vacant, but traces of flammable liquids were found inside.
It was unclear at press time why the building was set on fire.
Contact Managing Editor Amanda L. Snyder at asnyder@southphillyreview.com or ext. 117.
Also in this week’s Police Report:
Fright stop
Benz crash
Cashed then robbed
Reward offered
Search for West Passyunk shooter
Pizza confiscated
Early-morning mugging
Fire-prevention tips
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