South Ave. store fire ruled arson

YOUNGSTOWN

Fire investigators said a blaze at an empty 3216 South Ave. store at about 5:35 a.m. today is arson.

Reports said firefighters found a blaze inside near the drive-thru window. The fire started by someone throwing something through the window, reports said.

Damage is listed at $5,000. There were no injuries.

The store is empty but was in the process of being remodeled.