Suspicious Fire Reported at 9536 Fifth Bay, Norfolk

Summary: Norfolk City Fire and EMS responded to a service call at 9536 Fifth Bay, Apartment A, regarding a fire that had occurred approximately two hours prior. The fire was extinguished by the time of response, but the residents, after notifying their landlord, were advised to report the incident due to possible arson. Fire Marshal and Engine 15 units coordinated on TAC 5 to investigate the suspicious circumstances surrounding the fire, which appeared to have started on the porch. The case was escalated for further investigation due to the suspicious nature of the incident.