Photo Courtesy of Steve Sherbert
UPDATE 5:15 p.m.
The cause of the fire could be linked to a crash into a tree on Jones Wharf Road, Hollywood, according to reports from First Responders and neighbors.
Steve Sherbert, a neighbor who originally reported the fire to 911, says he saw the homeowner smashing out windows, lighting objects on fire inside the garage, and could hear his vehicle speeding down the road shortly before the rest of the house caught fire. Several other neighbors report hearing a very loud boom following by a trail of thick black smoke coming from the home.
The homeowner was taken to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital after crash. He is currently suspected of starting the fire, according to an officer on the scene of the crash.
UPDATE 4:55 p.m.
Reports say that firefighters have evacuated the building due to alleged live ammunition combusting inside the home.
HOLLYWOOD, Md. – On May 9 at approximately 4:40 p.m., crews responded to the 2600 block of Peninsular Drive for the report of a structure fire. Responding units arrived on scene and discovered a two-story single family home with fire throughout the entire residence. Avoid the area if possible.
