The damage incident reported early last week at the Olpe Fire Station is being investigated as a suspected arson incident.
Lyon County Deputy Sarah Werle says there was a report of suspected criminal damage, leading to the discovery of road debris consistent with fireworks.
Initially, the report involved just the fire station at 204 West Bitler — but now it also involves the Olpe Maintenance Building at 209 West Bitler, or across the street. Both have broken glass, burns and dents consistent with fireworks use nearby.
The incident was reported around 9 pm Saturday. Werle says the incident is believed to have happened earlier in the day. There is no word yet on the person or number of people who may be involved.
The Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation. If you have information, call 620-341-3205.
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9:45 am Saturday: Lyon County Sheriff’s Office continuing investigation into Olpe Fire station vandalism
An incident of vandalism in Olpe over the Fourth of July holiday weekend is still under investigation by local law enforcement.
According to a news release from the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Saturday, the office is still looking into an incident that was reported at 9 pm this past Saturday at the Olpe Fire Station at 204 Bitler Drive. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of suspected criminal damage at the station and discovered road debris consistent with fireworks.
The fire station, as well as the Olpe City maintenance building, both had sustained broken glass, burns and dents, which are believed to have occurred during the 4th of July due to the actions of an unknown individual or individuals. Damage estimates have not been announced.
The Sheriff’s Office continues to lead the investigation and anyone with information is being asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office by calling 620-341-3205.
