Investigation into devastating fire at Riley's Pour House partially complete
The investigation into the massive fire that destroyed Riley's Pour House in Carnegie has been partially completed and the lot has been released back to the bar's owners.
The fire destroyed Riley's back in November and forced the bar to close, but now, the owners say they're one step closer to eventually being able to reopen.
Now that the fire scene portion of the investigation is complete and the lot has been released back to them, the owners say they're working with Carnegie Borough leaders and demolition experts to have the property cleared for future development.
The owners say that because of the timing of the way things have worked, they won't be able to host a St. Patrick's Day event this year.
"We dearly miss all of you and appreciate the support and kind thoughts over the past few months," the owners said.
The owners said to stay tuned for future announcements where everyone can be together and support rebuilding efforts.
A spokesperson for the Allegheny County Fire Marshal's Office tells KDKA that a joint evidence examination of kitchen appliances collected by the insurance company has yet to be scheduled and the investigation into the fire is still ongoing.