By Indiana State Law (I.C. 36-8-17.7 & I.C. 22-14-2-8), Brownsburg Fire Territory is responsible for investigating all fires that occur within the territory boundaries. The Fire Marshal or his designee on any incident will perform an investigation as low requires.

The general mission of the Investigation Unit will be to assist in the enhancement of life safety and record property damage by providing skilled, professional assistance in identifyking the origin, cause and circumstances of fires occurring within the area served.

Investigators may respond at anytime during an incident when there may be questions regarding the origin and cause of a fire. This does not automatically mean that fire is of suspiciour origin or may have been caused maliciously by a human being.

It is the responsiblility of the investigators to accurately determine the true cause of the fire, which in many cases may be purely accidental. This is accomplished by searching for:

• The human element
• Faulty equipment (heating, electrical)
• Natural causes (lightening, spontaneous combustion)
• Animals (Knocking over items)
• Incendiary

In the event that a fire is determined to be suspicious in nature, the fire investigators work very close with Brownsburg Police Department and/or Hendrics County Sheriff's Department, the County Prosecuting Attorney, and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (State Fire Marshal office)

If the party is found guilty he or she may serve time in prison on the charge of arson in accordance with the State law.

If you may have any information about a fire that occurs within Brownsburg Fire Territory that you believe was intentionally set; you may anonymously call 317-852-1190 or 1-800-382-4628. You may be eligible for a reward of up to $1000.00, ask to speak with the Fire Marshal.