Fluid fueled church fire
An accelerant was poured around the exterior of Gov. Sarah Palin’s church before fire heavily damaged the building, federal investigators said Monday.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said the accelerant was poured at several locations, including entrances.
Lab tests will determine the type of substance involved. Possibilities include gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel and lamp oil.
The blaze was set Friday night at the main entrance of the Wasilla Bible Church while a small group, including two children, was inside. No one was injured.
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