In the early morning hours of May 20, 2013, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Dispatch Center received a call reporting a vehicle on fire in the town of Sprague. Emergency responders arrived on scene at approximately 1:16 a.m. to find a full-sized pickup fully engulfed. Shortly after responders arrived at the scene, a second 911 call to dispatch was received reporting a second vehicle fire also within the Sprague city limits.
Deputies are investigating both fires as being intentionally set and an active “arson” investigation has begun. “This type of reckless criminal activity will not be tolerated,” said Sheriff Wade Magers. A home in one of the incidents was potentially threatened, as were other motor vehicles parked close by. Putting volunteer fire fighters and county deputies at risk is not acceptable, Magers said.
“I am asking for any help or tips that may help us solve this crime before someone gets injured. Any tips should be reported to the Lincoln County Sheriffs Office at (509) 725-3501,” said Magers.
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