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100 cows perish in Town of Burke barn fire; teen charged

Posted 1/12/22

A teenager is facing an arson charge following a barn fire early this morning (Jan. 12) that killed approximately 100 cows in the Town of Burke, reported New York State Police. Crews responded to the …

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100 cows perish in Town of Burke barn fire; teen charged

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A teenager is facing an arson charge following a barn fire early this morning (Jan. 12) that killed approximately 100 cows in the Town of Burke, reported New York State Police.

Crews responded to the barn fire at 4:03 a.m. on the East Road. A preliminary investigation determined an 18-year-old was responsible for the fire, according to state police

The teen was arrested and charged with third-degree arson and arraigned in the Town of Burke Court

No injuries were reported and the investigation is ongoing.