Arsonist Targeting American River Parkway
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) -- Investigators are on the hunt for an arsonist who has set as many as 15 fires along the American River Parkway in the past five days.
Sacramento Metro Fire Department crews responded to the River Bend Park area after receiving reports that multiple fires were spotted in the early morning hours near residential homes.
Even though there was plenty of dry brush in the area, firefighters were able to contain the blazes before any structures were damaged.
Budget cuts have left fewer park rangers patrolling in the area, and fire officials say they hope nearby residents will keep a watchful eye for any suspicious persons in the area.
There is no description of the suspect available.
