Authorities in Lowell are reaching out to the public for assistance in locating a man connected with a fire set at a senior living complex on Monday. The Lowell Police Department is investigating the blaze that occurred in the early morning around 1:45 a.m., targeting a common hallway at Schneider Manor, as reported by FOX 17. The fire department and police personnel responded rapidly to the scene, preventing any injuries to residents.
Witnesses are urged to share any insights, especially those who may have caught a glimpse of an individual fitting the description provided by the police. The person of interest is believed to be about six feet tall and was last seen wearing dark clothing. "While we are grateful no one was hurt, this incident is being taken very seriously," Lowell Police Chief Dennis Albert emphasized in a statement obtained by WZZM 13. Residents have been asked to review any possible security camera footage that might have captured activities between midnight and 2 a.m.
The police are also calling upon the community to come forward with any potential leads. They have expressed that every bit of information, no matter how minor it may seem, can be critical in advancing the investigation. Officers describe the individual in question as a six-foot-tall man who was seen in dark clothing during the time of the incident, notes a report by WWMT.
The Lowell Police Department encourages anyone with information regarding the incident or the suspect to contact them at 616-897-7123. Those wishing to remain anonymous can submit tips to Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or through their website at silentobserver.org. With the collective help of local citizens, law enforcement hopes to identify and locate the person responsible for the fire at Schneider Manor.
