IFD: Fire that left firefighter injured, 12 civilians displaced was caused by juveniles setting off fireworks

Published
June 23, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Indianapolis, Alabama
3500 block of Mountain Laurel Place
Incident type
Fire

Summary

Vehicle Fire Indianapolis Alabama in Indianapolis, Alabama: A large apartment fire on the northeast side of Indianapolis was caused by three juveniles who accessed an unlocked storage closet and used fireworks as incendiary devices, according to the Indianapolis Fire Department. Crews were called to the 3500 block of Mountain Laurel Place around 12:25 p.m. and brought the blaze under control in about 33 minutes; the roof of the building collapsed during the fire. One firefighter sustained a minor injury and was taken to IU Methodist Hospital for treatment, and 12 civilians were displaced.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Three unidentified juveniles At-fault party

Original reporting

IFD: Fire that left firefighter injured, 12 civilians displaced was caused by juveniles setting off fireworks

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