$5,000 reward offered for information about Preble County arson

PREBLE COUNTY — The State Fire Marshal has offered a reward for information about a Preble County arson.

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As reported Monday on News Center 7 at 5, two campers were destroyed by a fire, and sent a dog to an emergency vet in critical condition.

The first fire happened around 5:44 p.m. late Friday afternoon at Buck Rub Cover while the second was at Antler Cove at 9:30 p.m.

The State Fire Marshal ruled both fires as arson.

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The FBI is working with the State Fire Marshall’s Office to determine who started both fires.

A $5,000 reward has been offered for information that could lead to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.

Anyone with information can contact the fire marshal’s tip line at 800-589-2728 or the Preble County Sheriff’s Office at 937-456-6262.

The City of Eaton, Gasper Township, Milford Township, Gratis Township, and Shawnee Fire District provide mutual aid.

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