Police: ‘Volatile’ chemical thrown at Jacksonville business

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a potential arson case at an Eastside business.

Police said they received a call around 8 a.m. Friday from the owner of the trucking business in the 1900 block of Phoenix Avenue.

He said he found liquid and broken glass inside.

After investigating, JSO believes someone threw a device into the business with intentions it would start a fire.

Multiple local, state and federal agencies are assisting in the investigation. There is no suspect information at this time.

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