This just in from the Eugene Police:
“Four Juveniles Charged in Civic Stadium Fire
Today, Eugene Police Arson investigators received a tip in the case, leading to the identification of four male juveniles who were involved in the fire at historic Civic Stadium on Monday, June 29. The incident was not fireworks-related.
The juveniles, all from Eugene, range in age from 10 to 12, and will be charged in the case. More information about their specific charges will be available tomorrow.
The names of the youths will not be released due to their juvenile status.
Eugene Police Arson detectives worked closely with Oregon State Police, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, Eugene-Springfield Fire Marshal, and Lane County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue, on the investigation and appreciates their assistance.
Civic Stadium is still a crime scene, as the investigation continues.”
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