Arson claims Hope High School
By: Import User
Updated: January 7, 2009
Damage estimates are in the millions after fire destroys part of Hope High School. At around 6:30 Sunday morning, crews raced to a fire at the school after a passing motorist noticed flames shooting out of the building. Police say early indications lead them to believe it was the work of an arsonist. The first indication is that sometone broke in through a back window. Investigators also say the fire was set in several places inside the school. They say whoever did this took their time starting the fire. Police say they don`t have a suspect, but have collected evidence, including a footprint. The majority of the damage happened to the school`s library and the old cafeteria which was serving as a computer lab. Also, much of the administrative building has been destroyed. Luckily none of the classrooms were damaged. Monday and Tuesday, classes at Hope High School have been cancelled. Teachers are meeting Monday to help determine how the school will move on from here.
