Crime & Safety

27 Residents Displaced After Thursday Night Arson Fire

Bensalem fire investigators announced the fire at Bensalem Court Apartments was a suspected arson.

A suspected arson fire broke out late Thursday on the 800 block of Cedar Avenue in the Bensalem Court Apartments. The American Red Cross Southeastern PA said it was responding to help the 27 residents displaced by the fire. 

No injuries were reported. Bensalem fire investigators announced the fire was a suspected arson.

“Our partners at Red Paw are also assisting with multiple pets affected by the fire,” the American Red Cross said.

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