Share this @internewscast.com

DURANGO, Colo. — The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has sent members from its Denver Field Division to Fort Lewis College (FLC) to investigate two arsons that occurred on campus over the weekend.

According to school officials, FLC’s police department and Durango Fire were called out Sunday morning after someone spotted smoke coming from the football field press box. Firefighters quickly put out the fire, but the press box suffered “extensive damage,” according to FLC.

Fort Lewis College press box arson 3-10-24

Fort Lewis College Police Department

Hours later, around 11:30 p.m. Sunday, someone walked by the FLC Police Department headquarters and set fire to a patrol vehicle, according to school officials. FLC said the explosion was felt throughout campus.

The suspect in the second arson was caught on camera carrying something across a parking lot.

The ATF is leading the investigation with help from the FLC Police Department, Durango Police Department, Durango Fire Protection District and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

“I am unnerved, and I am angry that someone would do this to our amazing campus,” FLC President Tom Stritikus said in a video posted to the school’s social media. “But I do take solace in the fact that multiple law enforcement organizations are on scene right now, investigating. And even though his investigation might take time, I know they’re doing everything they can to keep us safe.”

Anyone with information about the arsons is asked to call 911 or FLC PD at 970-385-2900. Tipsters can remain anonymous and submit a Safe2Tell report.


D7 follow up bar 2460x400FINAL.png

What do you want Denver7 to follow up on? Is there a story, topic or issue you want us to revisit? Let us know with the contact form below.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Gruesome River Murder Unveiled: Trio Charged in Chilling Case Misidentified as Accidental Drowning

Inset: Robbie Crites (Obituary). Background: A view of the Jacks Fork River…

Tragic Discovery: Firefighters Uncover Strangled 4-Year-Old and Suspect in House Fire Crawl Space

Background: The home in Perryton, Texas, where the crimes occurred (Google Maps).…

Heartbroken Widow Appeals for Help After Husband’s Tragic Death in Bondi Attack

The widow of a much loved rugby figure and photographer killed in…

Court Filing Reveals Trump’s Global Tariffs Imposed Instantly, Refunds Could Require 4 Million Hours Without Automation

President Donald Trump attends a joint news conference with Ukraine”s President Volodymyr…

States Challenge Trump Tariffs: Call for Refunds Due to Alleged Overreach and Legal Flaws

President Donald Trump speaks in the Cabinet Room of the White House,…

Florida Student Faces Manslaughter Charges for Backyard Burial of Newborn Daughter

A Florida college student has been taken into custody following the grim…

Controversial Pardon Sparks Judicial Suspension: The ‘Lady Trump’ Scandal Unveiled

Left: President Donald Trump departs after signing an executive order at an…

Iowa Man Confesses to Killing Three Women in Utah to Steal Cars: ‘It Had to Be Done

A tragic incident unfolded in Utah this week, as a 22-year-old man…

Two Individuals Arrested for Allegedly Threatening Woman at Homeless Encampment

In Gainesville, Florida, a tense situation unfolded yesterday involving two men at…

Authorities: Man Allegedly Stabs Wife 17 Times Amid Separation Request, Initially Claims Suicide

Inset left: Kyle Long (Tri-County Regional Jail). Inset right: Rachel Long (Obituary).…

Shocking School Trip Incident: 8th Graders Caught Filming Disturbing Assault

A Nevada judge has ruled that a 15-year-old boy will face trial…

Shocking Incident: Man Strikes Woman with Nissan Murano, Launching Her a Block Away – Police Report Reveals Details

Inset left: Charles Edward Wright (Philadelphia Police Department). Inset right: Veronica Herling…