Arson targeted in Lester Shingle fire

Alex Paul

A fire, believed to be arson, caused an estimated $250,000 damage to the Lester Shingle Mill, 1602 North 18th, at midnight Saturday.

Most of the mill’s equipment was destroyed, according to owner Stan Lester.

Fire Chief Mike Beaver said late Monday that his staff and investigators found four hot spots where the fire started. Investigators concluded the fire was started intentionally, probably with natural products available inside the mill.

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