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Galena Police Investigating Intentional Fire Injuring Two People

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The Galena Police Department is investigating a fire which they say was intentionally set sending two people to the hospital. According to an online report, police say around 2:30 yesterday morning fire crews from Galena and other departments were called to a fire at home at 627 Franklin Street.

During the investigation, Police say they learned a man reportedly entered the residence and started a fire.  A fight took place between this person and an occupant of the residence.  Police say a witness/person of interest is Oliver Vanegas-Cidiaco who was seen leaving the area and they are looking for him for questioning.

If you have any information, you are asked to contact the Galena Police Department.