ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Two juveniles have been taken into custody in connection with the fire that destroyed several properties on Front Street in Allentown on Wednesday, according to Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan and Allentown Police Chief Charles Roca.

What we know:

The two juveniles are currently in juvenile detention and face charges including arson, recklessly endangering another person, conspiracy and causing a catastrophe, according to Holihan and Roca.

“Due to the age and circumstances of the offense, these charges must proceed through the juvenile system,” said Holihan and Roca.

Officials said the fire destroyed multiple properties on Front Street. The investigation is ongoing and authorities have not released the names or ages of the juveniles.

The fire impacted several properties in the community and involved a large response from local and federal agencies.

Authorities said there will be no further comment from the district attorney’s office at this time.

What we don’t know:

Authorities have not released details about how the fire started, the extent of the damage or the ages of the juveniles involved.

The Source: Information from the Lehigh County District Attorney and Allentown Police Chief.

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