SANDPOINT, Idaho — The Idaho State Fire Marshal is offering a $5,000 reward for a suspected arson at Army Surplus in Sandpoint.
The City of Sandpoint confirmed the fire started around 10:15 p.m. on July 4 at Army Surplus on Fifth Avenue and Oak Street. An investigation was quickly launched with the Idaho State Fire Marshal’s Office and Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) and SPD.
After viewing several hours of surveillance video, SPD confirmed an individual was seen walking east on Oak Street around 10 p.m. The suspect was walking down the parking lot behind Army Surplus, making their way to the south wall. Shortly after, SPD said the fire was observed on the south wall.
The suspect stepped away from the flame, walked east to Fifth Avenue, and left south.
The Police Department is asking all residents and businesses in the area to review any surveillance footage they may have in an attempt to help identify the individual seen in the video footage. If you have any information, please contact Sandpoint PD at 208-265-1482.
The Fire Marshal has classified this as arson and is offering a $5,000 reward for information. If you have any information, and you want to remain anonymous, please call their tip line at 1-877-75- ARSON.
