Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded around 3:45 am to the 13800 block of Georgia Avenue near the entrance to Gate of Heaven Cemetery for a vehicle fire.
According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, upon arrival, firefighters found the car fully engulfed in flames and quickly extinguished the fire. No injuries were reported.
Officials have determined the fire was intentionally set and are investigating it as an arson. Anyone with information is asked to contact the MCFRS Arson Tipline at 240-777-2263 or email [email protected]
ARSON Investigation – 13800 Georgia Av, vehicle fire at front gate of Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Cause, arson, Under Investigation. Anyone w/ info Call @mcfrs Arson Tipline at 240.777.2263 or email Tipline [email protected] https://t.co/qdPVV2JgOO pic.twitter.com/AlT7kr1G6S
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) April 15, 2026
