$500 Award for Information on Kearney Arson Case - KHGI-TV/KWNB-TV/KHGI-CD-Grand Island, Kearney, Hastings

By: Marylyn Barnett

One life lost, two were injured, and now Police need your help in an arson investigation. A house fire that killed Karen Murray, 60, of Kearney has been ruled as arson.  The fire happened on July 23rd around 3 a.m. on the corner of 30th street and Fourth avenue in Kearney.

Crime Stoppers is offering a $500 award for any information leading to the arrest of any person or persons involved in the arson.

Two victims were flown to Lincoln for treatment of severe burns, smoke and heat inhalation. 

Crime Stoppers can be reached at 308-237-3424. Contact Galen Kotros. You can also call the Kearney Police Department Investigation Unity at 308-237-2104.