Public asked to help in investigation of three arson fires at KCK grocery stores

The Kansas City, Kan., Fire Department is seeking a person of interest.
The Kansas City, Kan., Fire Department is seeking a person of interest.

The Kansas City, Kan., Fire Department is asking for the public’s assistance in providing information in connection with three fires at grocery stores today in Kansas City, Kan., a spokesman said.

A person of interest is being sought, the spokesman said.

The businesses were occupied at the time the fires were started. The stores are at 28th and State Avenue, 21st and Metropolitan, and 55th and Leavenworth Road.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kansas City, Kan., Fire Department arson hotline at 913-573-5550.