Published July 30. 2026 11:02AM
A 15-year-old juvenile entered an admission to charges related to a large fire leading to damage of several properties and vehicles in Allentown June 24, according to a press release dated July 22.
The teen admitted to charges of arson and causing a catastrophe, according to the press release from the office of the Lehigh County District Attorney.
A second teen also is connected to the case.
The teen charged “will be held in a juvenile facility that offers treatment for fire setters,” according to the press release.
Restitution is not yet determined, according to authorities.
The six-alarm fire at a former furniture factory in the 300 block of North Front Street, Allentown, also damaged at least eight nearby homes.
A firefighter also reportedly was hurt in the incident.
The fire incident reportedly knocked out power to more than 2,000 customers and prompted road closures in the area.