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Boston Arson Wave Hits Dorchester Roxbury and Jamaica Plain
A Boston fire wave starting June 11 struck Dorchester Roxbury and Jamaica Plain, with 139 suspicious fires this summer. Most fires were in empty wooden-frame structures, causing millions in losses and fueling debate over vandals versus vacant buildings as the core issue. Fire officials and Rep. Royal Bolling call it anarchy, noting arson surges despite a general fire-rate decline since 1979.
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Ken Bruynell
George Paul
Bolling
Legislative Special Commission