Chillicothe, Ohio – The Chillicothe Police Department is investigating a case of arson after receiving a call about a dumpster fire at Affordable Dentures on North Plaza Blvd. on Monday afternoon.
Officers spoke with an employee who stated that someone had set their dumpster on fire. The lid of the dumpster had completely melted, and most of the items inside were burned up, said the officers on the scene.
Surveillance footage showed individuals in the area lighting fireworks in the parking lot and then inside the dumpster around 10:33 p.m. on Saturday. Police say it is unknown at this time if the individuals used any accelerant.
The case is currently closed as there are no leads. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Chillicothe Police Department.