Two teenagers charged with arson in connection with fire set at Veterans Park

ALABASTER, Ala. (WBRC) - Two teenagers, both 14 years old, have been arrested in connection with a fire that was set inside a women’s restroom at Alabaster’s Veterans Park, according to the Alabaster Police Department.

The Alabaster Police Department says they were notified of the fire on Friday, August 18 at approximately 11 p.m. The Alabaster Fire Department arrived on scene and extinguished the fire. There was significant damage to the building.

Both juveniles have been charged with arson second-degree which is a class B felony. They were transported to the Shelby County Detention Center on August 21.

“Alabaster is very fortunate to have several nice parks. Those who choose to damage those parks will be prosecuted,” said APD Chief Curtis Rigney.

The city of Alabaster says the bathroom will remain closed until the damage is repaired.

This area is under video surveillance and the incident is still under investigation by the Alabaster Police Department and Fire Marshal.

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