Arson confirmed in Kaneohe recreation center fire
JAMES GARRETT / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER
Honolulu firefighters respond to a blaze at the Puu Alii Community Center Monday night in Kaneohe.
The Honolulu Fire Department has determined a fire at a recreation center in Kaneohe Monday was intentionally set.
The case has been turned over to police who have initiated a first-degree arson investigation.
Police said a woman witnessed several juveniles just before the fire. There are no arrests at this time.
The blaze occurred shortly before 5:50 p.m. Monday at the Puu Alii Community Association recreation center located at 46-058 Aliianela Place.
Firefighters found smoke and flames coming from the roof when they arrived. The blaze was extinguished at 7:20 p.m.
No injuries were reported.
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Damage was estimated at $380,000 to the structure and its contents.
