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SAFD investigates fire that sparked twice at the same location

Investigators did receive some information about a possible suspect that has been setting the fires.

SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio firefighters are investigating a fire that ignited twice at the same location. 

The firefighters first responded to call about a structure  fire on Elmendorf Street on Saturday around 11:20p.m. 

According to officials the crews were able to get it under control within minutes of arrival. 

Fire investigators and arson were called to investigate. 

Then around 3:30 Sunday morning firefighters and police were called back to the same location for another reported structure fire. 

Officials said the crew found one of two homes on the property were on fire but were able to contain it to one section of the house. 

No injuries were reported for either fire. 

The homes have been vacant for awhile, officials said. 

Investigators did receive some information about a possible suspect that has been starting the fires. 

Police searched the area but were unable to locate anyone. 

The fires are under investigation. 


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