Executive Summary
- Charlotte Fire investigators ruled a December 18 house fire on Gibbon Road as intentionally set.
- A team of 30 firefighters controlled the blaze in approximately 40 minutes with no injuries reported.
- Property damage is estimated at $45,000 following the incident.
- The case remains open as an active arson investigation with no arrests made to date.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A residential fire that occurred in North Charlotte earlier this month has been determined to be an act of arson, according to an announcement released by the Charlotte Fire Department on Friday.
Emergency crews initially responded to the incident on Gibbon Road on December 18. Upon arrival, first responders observed visible smoke and flames emanating from the single-family home. According to department reports, a team of 30 firefighters deployed to the scene and successfully brought the blaze under control within approximately 40 minutes.
Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported during the incident. However, officials stated that the fire resulted in an estimated $45,000 in damage to the property. While the investigation has officially classified the cause as intentional, investigators noted that no arrests have been made in connection with the case at this time.
Investigative Outlook
The official ruling of arson shifts the status of this incident from a safety inquiry to an active criminal investigation. As the case remains open, fire investigators and local law enforcement are expected to focus on forensic evidence to identify potential suspects. Authorities have not yet disclosed information regarding a motive or specific leads, and the search for those responsible continues.
