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Home completely destroyed after possible squatter fire

Posted at 6:53 AM, Jul 20, 2016
and last updated 2016-07-20 14:26:36-04
Firefighters believe squatters could be to blame for a house fire near Sahara Avenue and Fremont Street.
 
The fire started around 11:19 p.m. Tuesday night. Firefighters cut their entry into the structure through areas of the home that were boarded up. Once inside, the fire was extinguished within 20 minutes.
 
One cat was found dead. No injuries were reported.
 
The home is considered a total loss.