'Incendiary Device' Sparks Fire At Travis Democratic Headquarters

Austin TX

29 September, 2021

8:26 AM

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AUSTIN, TX — A small fire at the Travis County Democratic Party headquarters in downtown Austin Wednesday morning may have been caused by an incendiary device, authorities say. The Austin Police Department said the fire was reported after 2:15 a.m. at 1311 E. Sixth Street. Austin fire said bystanders put out the fire with a fire extinguisher and the building had minor damage. Fire officials said the case remains under investigation and says no other details were available at this time. There is no word on a suspect. Live in Austin? Click here to subscribe to our free breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox and mobile devices. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and download our free mobile app on Android or iPhone. Incident at 1311 E. 6th involved the use of an incendiary device. Small fire was extinguished by bystanders. Minor damage to building. Case remains under investigation, no other details available. PIO is not responding to scene.— Austin Fire Info (@AustinFireInfo) September 29, 2021