The Indiana Department of Homeland Security and the Vincennes Police Department are investigating a vehicle fire determined to be arson involving a stolen van discovered early Sunday morning.
In the early hours of Sunday, June 22, 2025, emergency responders were called to the area of 13th Street and Cavanaugh Avenue in Vincennes, where a van was found actively burning. Upon further investigation, authorities confirmed that the vehicle had been reported stolen. Fire investigators later determined that the blaze was intentionally set.
The investigation is ongoing, and officials are urging anyone with information to come forward. Tips may be provided by calling the Indiana Arson Hotline at 1-800-382-4628.
A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for this crime.
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