A firefighter was injured while battling a house fire on the city's east side early Friday morning.

Crews arrived at the home new New York Street and Bradley Avenue at about 2:30 a.m.

Fire officials said the injured firefighter fell from a ladder that had been leaning against the roof, which collapsed.

The firefighter was taken to a hospital, where he was treated and released.

About $40,000 in damage was done to the vacant home. Fire officials suspect arson.

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