Fire at SE Austin construction site determined to be intentionally set

AUSTIN, Texas — Investigators have determined that a fire at a three-story apartment building under construction in southeast Austin was intentionally set, the fire department said Tuesday.

Austin Fire Department investigators made the determination after conducting a thorough scene examination and interviews.

The fire at 4605 S. Pleasant Valley Road was reported at approximately 8:10 p.m. Sunday. Crews brought the blaze under control by 9:03 p.m…

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