IN Firefighter Remains Hospitalized Following Arson Fire

Feb. 10, 2023
The Indianapolis firefighter suffered a heat-related emergency, but his condition deteriorated at the hospital.

An Indianapolis firefighter was seriously injured in a fire Tuesday that authorities say was intentionally set.

The firefighter was taken from the scene to Eskenazi Hospital after complaining of a heat-related injury. However, doctors said his condition became more serious and he was placed in a medically induced coma, according to WTHR. 

A man has been arrested for starting the fire that was brought under control in about a half hour.

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