14-Year-Old Suspected in $1 Million Dollar Tree Fire in Gastonia
A 14-year-old boy is suspected of intentionally starting a fire at a Dollar Tree store in Gastonia, North Carolina, resulting in approximately $1 million in damages. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 4, 2026 —
A fire that caused an estimated $1 million in damages to a Dollar Tree store in Gastonia, North Carolina, is suspected to have been intentionally set by a 14-year-old boy.
The incident occurred at the retail location in Gastonia. While the store sustained significant damage, authorities have reported that no injuries resulted from the fire.
The extent of the financial loss is preliminarily estimated at approximately $1 million. The specific details regarding the timeline of the event and the ongoing investigation were not immediately available.
The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, with a 14-year-old male being identified as a suspect. Further information regarding the circumstances leading to the fire and any potential charges is expected as the investigation progresses.
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