Authorities searching for suspect or suspects in arson fire, believed to have targeted chief deputy’s residence

HETTINGER, N.D. (KFGO) – The Adams County, North Dakota Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help finding an individual or individuals who attempted to burn down a residence owned by the county’s chief deputy.

The sheriff’s office says it’s believed the fire was an intentional act that targeted the deputy.

The arson occurred Friday night in Hettinger. The Sheriff’s office has asked anyone within a three-block radius that has surveillance footage between the hours of 10 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. to contact the sheriff’s office.