Car Fires Ruled as Arson

Two car fires in Ithaca less than half an hour apart have been ruled a result of arson. The first of the two car fires was called in around 10:15 PM on Saturday. Fire fighters responded to a burning 1995 Chevy Sedan near the Greater Ithaca Activities Center swimming pool. The Second car on fire was a pickup truck on North Geneva Street in Ithaca. Police are assisting the Ithaca Fire Department in the investigation.