Fire Investigation 
Fire investigators from the Manhattan Beach Fire Department with the assistance of the Manhattan Beach Police Department, as well as state and federal authorities are investigating a very serious crime that occurred early Wednesday morning. A fire from all indications appears to have been purposely set on the front porch of one of our residents in the 700 Block of 11th Street.
The motivation for this crime has not been determined. However, all possible motives, including this being a hate crime are being investigated. We have not ruled out any possibility.
The community has galvanized to show support for the residents of this disturbing incident. All of the agencies involved in this investigation are committed to the safety of the public and are aggressively working together to identify the person or persons responsible for this act.
If you have any information on this crime, please call Manhattan Beach Fire Department Fire Investigator Mike Murrey at (310) 345-0467 or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS
Address/Location
City of Manhattan Beach
420 15th St
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 310-545-4566