Suffolk County Police are searching for a man who allegedly started a fire at a vacant North Bay Shore house by setting off fireworks in its driveway and attached garage.
Police said the incident occurred July 2 at approximately 2:25 p.m. at a vacant home on Louise Drive.
According to investigators, the man set off multiple fireworks in the driveway and inside the attached garage, causing the house to catch fire.
Suffolk County Police Arson Section detectives are asking the public for help identifying and locating the man.
Police have released video of the incident, which can be viewed on the Suffolk County Police Department’s YouTube channel at YouTube.com/scpdtv under the title “Wanted for North Bay Shore Arson 26C0432332.”
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.
Anyone with information can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS (8477), using the P3 Tips mobile app or visiting P3Tips.com.
Police said all tips will remain confidential.
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