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Attempted Arson of Utility Poles on Allen Street, Fredonia

Source: Chautauqua County Sheriff and Fire - North, Fredonia Area Police / Fire
Jamestown, NY 14701, USA
Summary: An individual, described as a white male in his 20s wearing an orange hoodie, was reported near Allen and Buffalo streets in Fredonia, New York, allegedly attempting to ignite utility boxes on poles using a propane torch. Emergency services responded to reports of a small fire on a pole outside a local station, believed to be CJ's Performance. The incident prompted both police and fire response, with further investigation into the ownership of the affected utility poles and coordination with utility companies. No suspect was apprehended at the scene, and the fire was contained with minimal damage.
  1. Utility Companies Contacted
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  2. Utility Pole Ownership Investigation
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  3. Incident Deemed a Police Matter
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  4. Fire Response Dispatched
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  5. Small Fire Detected
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  6. Suspect Seen Near CJ's Performance
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  7. Suspicious Individual Reported
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