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2 juveniles in custody after bathroom fire at Lincoln High School

By Natasha Keicher,

5 hours ago

DES MOINES, Iowa — Two people are in custody after a fire was started inside Lincoln High School on Wednesday.

At around 2 p.m. the Des Moines Fire Department and Police Department responded to a report of a fire being started inside the school. According to Des Moines Public Schools, a small fire was started in a bathroom.

DMPS said the school was evacuated and no injuries occurred. There was a limited amount of damage primarily from smoke.

According to the Des Moines Police Department, two juveniles were taken into custody for first-degree arson. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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kelly j

4h ago

They need to be charged. Not just a slap on the hand.

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