Thursday, 13. March 2003

70-year-old accidentally burns down house filled with pot plants.


Man Flees When Marijuana Found In House Fire

The fire started in a house located in the 3900 block of Grayton Street on the city's east side around 5:30 a.m., Local 4 reported. A passerby reportedly noticed the flames and called the fire department.

Firefighters reportedly found marijuana plants in three rooms of the house, including the basement. Police suspect the owner of the house was growing the plants. The homeowner took off in his Lincoln Continental -- running over fire hoses -- before police arrived at the scene, Local 4 reported.

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