Man starts small fire near Howard St entrance, San Francisco CA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of a man setting fire to papers and debris near the entrance of a building on Howard Street in San Francisco. The suspect was described as a man in black clothing, about 30 years old, carrying a large torch. The Fire Department was dispatched to the scene.
Audio|Heard on: San Francisco City Police
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Transcript:
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Go to three boy one four David is starting on this A priority five hundred ninety-four near Howard Street across the area in a rush.
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Four for David copy.
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A man is starting a fire with papers and debris in front of the entrance.
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Described as about 30 years old, slim build, wearing all black.
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Has a large torch.
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Fire Department also responding.
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Location mentioned:
Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103
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