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Search continues for playground fire suspects

DALLAS -- Police still are seeking information regarding a suspected incident of arson that damaged playground equipment at Rotary Park in Dallas on Aug. 23.

DALLAS -- Police still are seeking information regarding a suspected incident of arson that damaged playground equipment at Rotary Park in Dallas on Aug. 23.

Dallas Deputy Chief Tom Simpson said investigators have conducted interviews, but have yet to make any arrests.

Firefighters arrived on the scene at about 9:30 p.m. and quickly extinguished the fire.

The amount of damage to the play structure was estimated at about $27,000.

The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, however arson is suspected.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Lt. Rob Hatchell or Detective April Welsh at 503-831-3516.