Flames engulfed a structure at 3011 W 49th Ave Tuesday afternoon, prompting a rapid response from Denver Fire and Police departments in the Chaffee Park neighborhood.
Officers arrived at the scene shortly after 4:46 p.m. to find an active fire at the property, which recent real estate records indicate was listed for sale between $675,000 and $695,000 earlier this year. While the fire has been contained, investigators have not yet identified a suspect or determined the exact cause of the blaze.
The incident highlights growing security concerns in this corner of Far Northwest Denver. The property sits in an area that has seen a spike in police activity recently, drawing attention from neighbors who monitor the street for suspicious behavior. Authorities are treating the event as a potential arson case, meaning the fire was intentionally set rather than accidental.
Residents with dashcam footage or surveillance video from the 4900 block of West 49th Avenue are urged to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are reviewing the scene for additional evidence.
Anyone with information about the fire or suspicious activity in the area should contact the Denver Police Department non-emergency line immediately. For emergencies, dial 911.