Disclaimer
Information CrimeRadar provides is made available solely to protect the public. Using this information to harass, threaten, or harm anyone is prohibited. Information is provided by third parties and may have errors. We cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information. Location data may not be 100% accurate. Use extreme care and always verify information through official sources and exercise caution and judgment when using CrimeRadar. By clicking continue, I agree I have read and understand the above and agree to these terms and conditions.

Man suspected of starting fire behind Tyler elementary schoolTyler TX

audio iconFire & Arson
Near S Saunders Ave, Tyler, TX 75702

A man was seen behind an elementary school near Bonner Elementary in Tyler. He is suspected of starting a fire there. Police and fire units responded to the scene near Saunders Avenue.

Audio|Source: Smith County Sheriff, Tyler Police, and Tyler Fire
01:11
Transcript:
00:00
8141. We were able to get a description from TASU. A white male with gray hair wearing a black shirt and a quick shirt and clear.
00:10
Did they say exactly where he's at? Is he on the school property or what?
00:15
They said he was behind the school via the retaining wall.
00:24
321, you show me 10 a, please.
00:27
10, 4.
00:32
41, I'm out with him.
00:34
And then start a fire, not good.
00:37
Thank you.
00:42
Somebody on Earl Street, right behind the school, I'm with (name withheld).
00:49
I think the engine one needed to assist PD at near Saunders Ave, near Bonner Elementary.
01:00
We have mail that started a fire.
01:06
I'm not going to be on Earl right behind the school. Unit responding at Knowledge Carlop's Channel 4.

Disclaimer:
This transcript was automatically generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify the information independently.

Location mentioned:
Near S Saunders Ave, Tyler, TX 75702
Correct
Incorrect

Explore More on Tyler, TX Crime Map

Recent Fire & Arson Incidents in Tyler, TX

Explore the crime map for more.