Reward offered in attempted arson at Arlington Heights church

A reward is being offered for information on the person who tried to start a fire last week at St. John United Church of Christ, 308 N. Evergreen Ave., in Arlington Heights.

The crime occurred sometime between 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, and 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 24, said Sgt. Tom Seleski.

According to Seleski, someone broke a ground-level window and poured accelerant through the broken window. The person then tried to light the fluid but only the substance outside the window ignited. That fire went out without causing much damage, Seleski said.

Anyone having information about the fire should call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000.