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Serial arsonist strikes again in Accomack County

Posted at 3:28 PM, Mar 25, 2013
and last updated 2013-03-25 17:30:52-04

Accomack County, Va. – It looks like a serial arsonist is at it again on the Eastern Shore.

Another fire has been reported in the area, and this time crews say a building was set on fire on Bullbeggar Road Sunday morning.

Someone has been setting abandoned buildings on fire since November of 2012 and crews have been tirelessly searching for the culprit.

Just last week, rescue fire crews were collecting donations to help the firefighters in the area continue their search.

Update: Donations pour in for Eastern Shore firefighters

So far, there have been over 70 fires set.

Officials are offering at $25,000 reward to anyone who can help them catch the person(s) responsible for this.

Anyone with information about the arsons and/or individual(s) responsible is encouraged to contact law enforcement via a Tip Line dedicated to these investigations. Text, call or email at 757-655-1437.

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