Cape Cod Incidents/CWN
MASHPEE – Fire broke out in an abandoned house in Mashpee sometime after 3:30 PM Tuesday. The fire was reported at 431 Main Street (Route 130) opposite Lovell’s Lane. Route 130 was closed between Ashumet Road and Great Neck Road North. Motorists were urged to seek alternate routes. Firefighters were able to get water on the fire but quickly switched to a defensive or exterior attack as it was too dangerous enter the structure. The fire was declared under control at 4:15 PM. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s office.
From Mashpee Wampanoag Police: We are seeking the public’s help regarding an arson that occurred on Tuesday at 431 Main Street in Mashpee. This historic building was buiild in 1849 and is one of the oldest buildings in the area. Known as the Mashpee Parsonage, this historic building has deep connections within Tribal Community and is located on the Mashpee Wampanoag Reservation.
Anyone with information is asked to please call the department at 774-361-6045 or email Captain Drye at [email protected].
