SALT LAKE CITY — Authorities have arrested a suspect following a house fire in Salt Lake City on Monday evening, with officials now investigating the incident as a possible case of arson.
Fire crews responded to reports of a blaze at a residence near 400 North and 300 West around 5 p.m., according to Captain Chad Jepperson of the Salt Lake City Fire Department. The fire was located in the basement and was contained to a single room, preventing further damage to the structure.
At the time of the fire, the house was unoccupied, and no injuries were reported. Authorities later detained an adult male suspect, who is now in custody as the investigation continues.
Officials have not released further details regarding the suspect’s identity or possible motives. The case remains under active investigation .
