Manchester, NH, Officials Request Residents’ Assistance Against Arson

Officials from a number of Manchester, NH, city departments recently collaborated to request the assistance of residents in helping stop arsonists.

The police chief reported that there have been 42 arson fires since the beginning of the year, including 28 debris fires, seven vehicle fires, and seven structural fires. Most of these fires were in a small area of the city – a place where tenants often discard unwanted items, including furniture, in the alleys.

Media report:

New Hampshire Union Leader: Appeal to residents to help stop arsonists (19 AUG 11)

Background information:

U.S. Fire Administration: Focus on Fire Safety: Communities United Against Arson

U.S. Fire Administration: Arson Curriculum: Establishing a Community Arson Watch Program

Manchester Fire Department

Manchester Police Department

City of Manchester

Wikipedia: Manchester, New Hampshire