An Illinois business owned by a vocal critic of a Democratic mayor facing challenges recently was set ablaze earlier this week under suspicious circumstances.
Dolton Deputy Fire Chief John Calhoun informed WGN, stating, “The fire is suspicious in nature. We do have the fire marshal out here currently with our arson team.”
The fire started around 6 a.m. on Tuesday and rapidly escalated to a three-alarm response. Although no injuries were reported, the structure was completely consumed by the blaze, according to a report by FOX 32 Chicago.
A smaller fire was also reported at the same location last week, according to WGN.
Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard speaks to constituents during a contentious board meeting on Aug. 5, 2024. (FOX 32)
In 2024, the FBI served subpoenas at Dolton Village Hall amid ongoing claims of corruption, but Henyard was not served. She has also faced sexual assault allegations and scrutiny surrounding her cancer charity.
Following her loss to Mayor-elect Jason House, authorities issued a federal subpoena after launching a criminal investigation tied to a development project involving land owned by Henyard’s boyfriend, according to FOX 32 Chicago.
House and Henyard did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
Fox News Digital’s Michael Dorgan contributed to this report.
