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Officials have reported a series of suspicious fires that occurred in Portland over the weekend. The fires, which took place in the Laurelhurst, Belmont, and Hawthorne neighborhoods, are currently under investigation by Portland Fire & Rescue. While it is still too early to confirm a connection, authorities believe that these 12 fires are related.

According to reports, most of the fires were set inside people’s trash cans, with one incident resulting in a dumpster fire that spread to a nearby convenience store. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. However, the lack of a suspect and the occurrence of multiple fires have raised concerns among some residents.

In an effort to gather more information and potential evidence, Portland Fire is urging anyone living near the affected areas to come forward with any unreported incidents and to review their surveillance footage. The close proximity and similarities between the fires have prompted authorities to request the community’s assistance in solving the case.

This recent string of fires follows a similar incident that occurred two months ago, where a suspected serial arsonist set 14 fires in south and northeast Portland. The individual responsible for those fires was later found dead. While it is too early to determine if the recent fires are connected to the previous incident, authorities are taking the matter seriously.

Portland Fire is working diligently to investigate these incidents and ensure the safety of the community. They are asking residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The authorities are also reminding the public that intentionally setting fires is a serious offense and can lead to severe consequences.

As the investigation continues, officials are hopeful that the community’s cooperation and any potential surveillance footage will help identify the person or persons responsible for these fires. In the meantime, residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their properties.