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U.S. Park Rangers investigating arson at Carpenters' Hall

Park Rangers seek suspect in arson at Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia
Park Rangers seek suspect in arson at Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia 00:22

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- U.S. Park Rangers are investigating an arson at Independence National Historical Park. An officer on foot patrol discovered a fire engulfing the basement of Carpenters' Hall at around 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve.

The building hosted the First Continental Congress in 1774.

If you were in the area and noticed anything suspicious, please contact the National Park Service.

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