Aldercrest fire is arson: reward posted

Aftermath of Aldercrest Annex fire. Photo by Nancy Moreyra

By Nancy Moreyra

Last evening, August 8, at about 6pm, fire broke out in the class room buildings at Aldercrest Annex.  Police and Fire fighters responded to control and extinguish the fire but not before the north east class room building was destroyed.  

Aldercrest Annex classrooms in the aftermath of the arson fire.
Photo by Nancy Moreyra

This incident is not much of a surprise since kids have been seen on the roof and around the buildings vandalizing and littering the property.  This morning, August 9, Shoreline School District Superintendent, Sue Walker, and Marla Miller, Deputy Superintendent, along with Paul Plumis, District Facilities and Maintenance, were inspecting the damage to determine the next steps to secure the property.  Safety is a paramount concern.

If you know anything about this arson, call 1-800-55-ARSON (1-800-552-7766)
Photo by Nancy Moreyra

Police and Fire officials determined the cause is arson and have posted a $10,000 reward and requests anyone with information about the fire to call 1-800-55-ARSON.

Please do not go on or near the buildings as they are unsafe.