Arson investigation at Watsonville auto body shop

Arson investigators are looking into a fire at a Watsonville auto body shop. Crews responded to the fire at 10:24pm in the area of Union Street and E. Lake Avenue.

Firefighters foundthe entry way to Auto Tech Auto Body on E. Lake Avenue on fire. Firefighters were able to put the fire out quickly, but due to the suspicious circumstances the fire is being investigated as arson.

Anyone with information is urged to call the Watsonville Police Department Investigations Bureau at (831) 768-3350 or the Watsonville Tipline at (831) 768-3544.